MOROCCAN LENTIL SALAD

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A quick, colorful and spicy protein-rich salad or side dish

Provided by Hetal

Categories     Salad     Beans     Lentil Salad Recipes

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup dry lentils
1 ½ cups water
½ (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
2 tomatoes, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 minced hot green chile peppers
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place lentils and water in a pot. Bring water to boil, reduce to simmer. Cook for 30 minutes or until tender.
  • In a medium size mixing bowl combine lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, green onions, green chilies, bell peppers, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, and salt to taste. Toss well. Chill for 20 minutes. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 94 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

Si Maruf
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


itzLIA
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes. This one is definitely a keeper.


LoSonji Spencer
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Addo Michael
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I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and dressing in this salad. It's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Abrar Ahmed
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even dinner parties.


Thandeka Jibana
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the vegetables are so flavorful. The dressing is also delicious.


William Rota
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Nurjaman Ahmed
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt to the dressing.


X FILES IN DOOR
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This salad is amazing! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the vegetables are so fresh. The dressing is light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


cebisile dlomo
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of lentils, vegetables, and dressing. It's a great salad for a potluck or picnic.


Rejin Raj
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This Moroccan lentil salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The lentils are cooked perfectly, with a slight bite, and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful. The dressing is light and tangy, with a hint of sweetness from the honey. I es