Best 9 Lentil Salad With Tomatoes And Chère Recipes

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Lentil salad with tomatoes and chard is a must-try for any health-conscious foodie. This salad is packed with an array of nutrients, making it not only delicious but also incredibly beneficial for the body. A perfect way to enjoy this salad is during the summer, when tomatoes and chard are in season and at their peak flavor. Whether served as a side dish or a main course, this lentil salad is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and satisfying taste.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LENTIL SALAD



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My favorite lentil salad recipe is made with cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, fresh mint and a zippy lemon dressing. Super simple to make, and so light and refreshing!

Provided by Ali

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked lentils (either green, French green or brown lentils), rinsed and picked over
1 English cucumber, finely diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
1/2 cup diced and drained sun-dried tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lentils in a saucepan with 3 cups of water (or veggie broth) and stir to combine. Cook over medium-high heat until the broth reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover and maintain the simmer until the lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes depending on the type of lentils used. Use a strainer to drain and rinse the lentils in cold water for 1 minute until they are chilled, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, as the lentils are cooking, combine all of the lemon dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together until combined.
  • Add the cooked and chilled lentils, cucumber, red onion, mint and sun-dried tomatoes to a large bowl. Drizzle evenly with the lemon dressing and toss until evenly combined.
  • Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3-4 days.

STEWED LENTILS AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons good olive oil
2 cups large-diced yellow onions (2 onions)
2 cups large-diced carrots (3 to 4 carrots)
1 cup chopped fennel
1 tablespoon minced garlic (3 cloves)
1 cup French green lentils (7 ounces)
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, preferably San Marzano
2 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
2 teaspoons mild curry powder
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon good red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onions, carrots and fennel and cook over medium-low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions start to brown. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Meanwhile, rinse and pick over the lentils to make sure there are no stones in the package.
  • Add the tomatoes, lentils, chicken stock, curry powder, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Raise the heat to bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer covered for about 40 minutes, until the lentils are tender. Check occasionally to be sure the liquid is still simmering. Remove from the heat and allow the lentils to sit covered for another 10 minutes. Add the vinegar, season to taste, and serve hot.

TOMATO AND LENTIL SALAD



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup small green lentils
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
3/4 cup sliced scallions (use pale green and white parts only)
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1 ear fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water in a large heavy pot. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer until the lentils are soft, about 15 minutes. Drain the lentils, discarding the garlic cloves, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until combined. Add the tomatoes, scallions, basil, dill, corn and cooled lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon zest and toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly incorporated.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature. This dish can be made 1 day ahead.

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, lunch, salads and dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 pound dry lentils
1 small onion stuck with 1 clove
1 cup finely diced carrots
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 bay leaf
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 cups water
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
4 ripe plum tomatoes, cored and cut into small cubes
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Combine lentils, onion-clove, carrots, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper and water in saucepan. Bring to boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Don't overcook. Drain.
  • Remove and discard the onion, thyme and bay leaf. Drain.
  • Transfer lentils to salad bowl and add chopped onions, garlic, vinegar, oil, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Toss well and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 332, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 854 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES, DILL AND BASIL



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This salad improves with a day in the fridge! Adapted from the August issue of Gourmet magazine. I have added more vegetables.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield 4 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 cup French lentils
1 lb tomatoes, cored and diced
6 green onions, trimmed and chopped
1/4 cup red onion, diced small
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped (or yellow)
1/4 cup fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh basil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or use balsamic vinegar)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pinch fresh black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the water, table salt and lentils to boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.
  • Reduce the heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are fully cooked, about 20-30 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine all the remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Stir in the hot lentils and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 536.8, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 12.3

LENTIL & TOMATO SALAD



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Lentils are a substantial and healthy base to this fresh salad with onion, mango chutney, coriander, greens and tomatoes

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

250g dried Puy or green lentil , rinsed
juice ½ lime and juice ½ lemon
1 tbsp white wine or cider vinegar
1 red onion , thinly sliced into rings
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 small garlic clove , crushed
2 tbsp mango chutney
handful coriander , roughly chopped
250g cherry vine tomato , halved
85g baby spinach , washed and thoroughly dried

Steps:

  • Boil the lentils following pack instructions, drain, rinse well, then drain thoroughly.
  • Meanwhile, mix the citrus juices, vinegar and a pinch of salt in a salad bowl, then toss in the onion rings - after a few mins they will soften and turn pink. Whisk together the oil, cumin, garlic and chutney, then toss into the onions with the cooled lentils, coriander, tomatoes, spinach and plenty of seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 5 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

LENTIL SALAD



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Spoon this cool lentil salad, sent to us from Harriet Goldman of Great Neck, New York, over endive or another crisp lettuce such as romaine.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 cups brown lentils, rinsed
4 large eggs
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large cucumber, peeled, if desired, and diced (2 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cover lentils with water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender but still holding their shape, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, place eggs in a small saucepan; cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; remove from heat and cover. Let stand 12 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Peel eggs; chop roughly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Add lentils, cucumber, parsley, and onion; season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat with dressing. Let cool to room temperature, or serve chilled, topped with chopped eggs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 15 g, Protein 24 g

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATO AND DILL



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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Basil     Lentil     Healthy     Vegan     Dill     Simmer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup dried lentils (preferably small French lentils)
1 large garlic clove, chopped
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
3/4 lb tomatoes, diced (2 cups)
4 large scallions, thinly sliced (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar, or to taste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan with lentils, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, 15 to 25 minutes. Drain in a large sieve, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Toss hot lentils with tomatoes, scallions, dill, basil, vinegar, oil, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste.

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES AND CHèRE



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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Tomato     Vegetarian     Lunch     Goat Cheese     Legume     Lentil     Fall     Chill     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup French green lentils (lentilles de Puy)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/3 cups diced seed peeled cucumber
2/3 cup diced seeded plum tomatoes
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 large garlic clove, minced
6 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), chilled

Steps:

  • Cook lentils in medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well. Combine vinegar, shallot and mustard in large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add lentils. Let stand until cool.
  • Add cucumber, tomatoes, onion, dill, parsley and garlic to lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; chill 1 hour.
  • Crumble goat cheese over salad and mix gently to combine.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality lentils for the best flavor and texture. Puy lentils are a good choice, as they hold their shape well when cooked.
  • Rinse the lentils thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cook the lentils according to the package directions. You can use a pot on the stovetop or a rice cooker.
  • Once the lentils are cooked, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad.
  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned diced tomatoes, but be sure to drain them well before adding them to the salad.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices to give the salad flavor. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This lentil salad with tomatoes and cucumber is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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