Italian Lentil Salad Recipe
A refreshing and healthy Italian Lentil Salad, perfect for any meal.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup green lentils rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 cucumber diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add lentils and cook for about 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, red bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- 3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutritional Value
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 4mg
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