Nutritious Lentil Salad

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This is the only way my family will eat lentils. It is fast, healthy, inexpensive and tastes good!

Submitted by KIMDEB
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
14
Yield:
14 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 14 servings

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried brown lentils, rinsed and drained

  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

  • 1 small white onion, chopped

  • 2 cups chopped green olives

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • 6 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

  1. Place lentils in a large pot with enough water to cover be a few inches. Bring to a boil, and cook until lentils are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water in a colander to cool. Let stand for a few minutes to drain well.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the red pepper, onion and green olives, and toss to blend. Refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving to blend the flavors. This salad tastes better the longer it sits.

28 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

211 Calories
11g Fat
21g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 14
Calories 211
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Sodium 483mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 10g 36%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 9g 17%
Vitamin C 16mg 17%
Calcium 32mg 2%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 350mg 7%

* 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.