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.

April Hayes
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Mqelisi Ndebele
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it.


AliAlsharfinow Alsharfi
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I followed the recipe exactly and my salad turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


William Olivier
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it would have been better with a more flavorful dressing.


Mashiane a
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I thought this salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste and the lentils were a bit too mushy.


Himu Himu
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really liked this salad. The dressing is really flavorful and the tomatoes and cucumbers add a nice crunch.


Makeup By AYaaN
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Travon Wright
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I usually add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal.


Micah Davids
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This is a great salad for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then I have lunch all week. It's also really healthy and filling.


Md Sobug
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of tomatoes, lentils, and feta cheese. It's the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner.


Jennifer Hartgrove
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It held up well in the heat and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again for my next outdoor gathering.


Sasa Sabeer
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that I can use canned lentils, which makes it even faster to make. The dressing is also really flavorful.


Aseda Frimpong
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the addition of the lentils, they give the salad a nice protein boost.


Muhammadumar farooq
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This tomato and lentil salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and it was so refreshing and light. I will definitely be making this again.