Mediterranean Lentil Salad | Refreshing Protein Packed Recipe
Healthy Mediterranean lentil salad with fresh veggies and lemon dressing—perfect for meal prep or a light lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils rinsed and drained
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
- ½ cup crumbled or cubed feta cheese optional
For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1-2 garlic cloves minced
- Red Pepper Chili Flakes to taste optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by rinsing and cooking your lentils until tender but not mushy. Drain and let them cool.
- Dice the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and bell pepper into small bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lentils, chopped veggies, olives, mint and parsley. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine. Add feta cheese if desired.
- Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to marry. Serve cold or at room temperature.