27 Dec Cold Lentil Salad
Servings: 2
Estimated Total Prep Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
NUTRITIONAL INFO (per serving)
Calories: 525
Total Protein: 28 grams
Total Carbs: 72 grams
Total Fat: 15 grams
Saturated Fat: 2 grams
Total Fiber: 33 grams
INGREDIENTS
1 cup dried lentils
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups tomatoes, diced
4 large scallions, thinly sliced (3/4 cup)
1 medium cucumber, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp red-wine vinegar, or to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt, or to taste
PREPARATION
Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add lentils and garlic. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender and water is absorbed, about 45 minutes. Drain well, transfer to a large bowl, and refrigerate.
In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, scallions, cucumber, parsley, vinegar, oil, pepper, and salt to taste. Add to lentils and toss well. Place back in refrigerator for additional 20 minutes, or until well chilled. Divide mixture in two in medium bowls and serve.