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Lively Lemony Lebanese Lentil Salad for Vibrant Meal Prep

A vibrant lentil salad with zesty lemon, crisp vegetables, and nourishing ingredients, perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Lentils (brown or green) Rinsed
  • 1 bunch Parsley Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble on top before serving
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) High-quality preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • Salt & Pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mint Can substitute with fresh mint

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse lentils under cold water until clear, bring 4 cups of water to boil, add lentils, simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender, drain and cool.
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  2. Finely chop parsley, dice red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, and dice cucumber.
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  3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, and dried mint until well combined.
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  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine lentils with vegetables, pour dressing over and toss until mixed.
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  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, crumble feta on top before serving and mix gently.
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Notes

Customize with ingredients like olives or bell peppers, and serve fresh for the best flavor.