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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A fresh lentil salad full of colorful veggies and bright flavors. This recipe is extremely healthy and versatile. Use this as a guide and add your favorite flavors. Ingredients:
2 cups lentils, uncooked |
1 red bell pepper |
1/2 cucumber |
1 medium carrot |
1/2 medium red onion |
1 tablespoon fresh parsley |
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro |
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
1 lemon, zest of |
1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning |
Directions:
1. Cover well-rinsed lentils with 6 to 8 cups of water.
2. Boil until tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Chop all veggies and herbs into small pieces.
4. Drain lentils and rinse with cool water to stop the cooking process.
5. Add veggies to lentils.
6. Add the zest of one lemon and the seasoning to the mixture.
7. Dress with olive oil and lemon juice to taste. Add salt if your all-purpose seasoning does not include it.
8. Can use any herbs, veggies, or dressing you desire.
9. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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