Simple Lebanese Lentil Salad
A delightful mix of flavors and textures, this Simple Lebanese Lentil Salad is healthy, quick to prepare, and perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed Use green or brown lentils.
- ½ cup diced cucumber Can use English cucumber for less seeds.
- ½ cup diced tomatoes Roma tomatoes work well.
- ¼ cup diced red onion Can substitute with green onion.
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped Fresh parsley is best.
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped Can substitute with dried mint.
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed for better flavor.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a pot, cover the lentils with water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled lentils with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
This salad is versatile! It pairs well with grilled meats, pita bread, or as a filling for wraps. Consider adding feta cheese for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days; flavors improve with time.