THE BEST LENTIL SALAD, EVER
This recipe was created by Sarah Britton and posted on the My New Roots blog. She calls it the best lentil salad ever, and I have to agree. I serve this over a small bed of baby arugula, and top the salad with some crumbled goat cheese for a healthy, tasty meatless meal. Other optional add-ins mentioned by Sarah are walnuts, fresh herbs & sprouts.
Provided by rpgaymer
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Rinse lentils well, drain. Place in a pot and cover with a 3-4 inches of water, bring to a boil, reduce to simmer. Check lentils for doneness after 10 minutes, but they should take about 15 minutes in total. You will know they are cooked if they still retain a slight tooth - al dente! (Overcooking the lentils is the death of this dish) Drain & rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
- In a small bowl, make the dressing by whisking together the olive, vinegar, maple syrup, mustard and all the spices (salt through cinnamon).
- In a large serving bowl, gently combine the lentils and dressing. Add the onions, cranberries and capers and stir to combine well. If using other add-ins such as herbs, greens, or cheese, wait to add until just before serving. Otherwise, this salad can hang out in the fridge for as long as a couple days!
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Amina Riaz
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.
FicLover17
[email protected]This salad is a great way to meal prep for the week. It's also a great option for packed lunches.
Nunyabusiness Lmao
[email protected]I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Bobby ray White
[email protected]This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also really filling.
Malik Brand
[email protected]I made this salad with brown lentils and it was delicious. I also added some chopped walnuts.
Ibad Khan
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa.
Greshwill Isaacs
[email protected]I love the addition of feta cheese to this salad. It gives it a nice salty flavor.
Dean Barnes
[email protected]This salad is a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet.
Justin Young
[email protected]I love the pop of color from the red onion and bell pepper in this salad.
Leago Thompson
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.
Waleed Khan Waleed Khan
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Rashida Yakub
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Yakubu Abubakari
[email protected]I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.
Akash Akash Akash Md
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also really versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Besno YT
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentil salads, but this one is amazing. The combination of lentils, vegetables, and dressing is perfect.
noor arslan
[email protected]This salad is so delicious and refreshing. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.
Jack Forster
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's perfect for potlucks or picnics.
Olivia Savory
[email protected]This lentil salad is fantastic! It's packed with flavor and texture, and it's really easy to make. I love that it's a healthy and satisfying meal.