Smoked Salmon and Lentil Salad

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A luxurious twist on a wholesome and tasty lentil salad. Serve with fresh tomatoes, mesclun, and fresh bread.

Submitted by Lynn Pennec
Updated on January 14, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water

  • 1 ½ cups dry lentils

  • 1 bouquet garni

  • 10 ounces smoked salmon, or more to taste

  • ½ large red onion, minced

  • 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Combine water, lentils, and bouquet garni in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until lentils are tender but still firm and there is only a little excess cooking liquid in the pan, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let lentils cool in the pan. Discard bouquet garni.

  2. Cut salmon into small strips, no longer than 1/2 inch long. Place in a large bowl with onion and chives. Add cooled lentils.

  3. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Add to the lentil mixture and stir until well combined. Serve immediately or refrigerate until flavors have blended, 2 to 3 hours.

Cook's Note:

The age of the lentils and their water content will make cooking times vary, up to one hour could be necessary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

478 Calories
18g Fat
47g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 478
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 16mg 5%
Sodium 637mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 47g 17%
Dietary Fiber 24g 85%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 6mg 34%
Potassium 847mg 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.