BIG GREEN LENTIL SALAD
Cool yogurt, crunchy seeds, and herbs turn lentils into a lunch salad you'll actually be excited to eat.
Provided by Heidi Swanson
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Salad Lentil Quick & Easy Quick and Healthy Healthy Avocado Arugula Basil Yogurt
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook lentils in a large saucepan of simmering salted water until they are tender but still retain their shape, 20-30 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold running water, and drain well again.
- Mix yogurt, garlic, turmeric, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a generous grind of pepper in a small bowl to combine; set aside.
- Toss lentils, sunflower seeds, lemon juice, 3 Tbsp. oil, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Gently fold in avocado, arugula, and basil.
- Spread reserved yogurt sauce across a platter and spoon lentil mixture on top; drizzle with oil.
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Spongebop Pigzanator
sp@hotmail.co.ukI love this salad! It's so fresh and flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Jesse Wilson
jessew@yahoo.comThis is a great salad for a picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and everyone loves it.
Chanuka Kulathunga
kulathunga.c11@gmail.comThis salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday and ate it for lunch all week.
Esther Charlie
charlieesther14@gmail.comI'm not a big fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the dressing is so flavorful.
Melody Odey
o-m@hotmail.comThis salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing!
kitt
kitt63@gmail.comI love the addition of the feta cheese in this salad. It adds a nice salty flavor that complements the lentils and vegetables.
Kennedy Mayaz
mayaz.k52@hotmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a bag of lentils in my pantry, so this is a go-to recipe for me.
Yvonne Halliwell
y-halliwell@yahoo.comI made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!
Assa Bal
a12@hotmail.co.ukThis is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying lunch. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables add a lot of flavor and nutrition.
Victoria Bah
v92@hotmail.comI love this salad! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the dressing is so flavorful.
Basit Khan
khan.b52@yahoo.comOverall, I thought this salad was just okay. It's not something I would make again.
Onyedika Victor
v.onyedika82@yahoo.comI found the lentils to be a bit too al dente for my liking. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.
lal m47
m47l58@gmail.comThis salad is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.
sherif_ ELsherif
sherif_elsherif@hotmail.frI love that this salad is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.
Milly Nakazzi
nakazzi-milly@yahoo.comThis salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Sandesh Np
snp24@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the lentils are cooked perfectly.
Landyn Lown
l.l@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and eat it for lunch throughout the week.
Nilam lama
lama-nilam33@gmail.comI made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the lentils gave it a nice bite.
Vijay Chand
vchand@aol.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find.
Person Clark
clark@hotmail.comThis big green lentil salad is a delightful dish that is packed with flavor and nutrition. The combination of lentils, vegetables, and herbs creates a satisfying and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.