Description
Salade de lentilles froide is a vibrant and refreshing salad that features tender lentils combined with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a nutritious side dish, this salad is bursting with flavors and colors. Easy to prepare, it not only satisfies your cravings but also impresses guests with its delightful presentation and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water. In a medium pot, combine lentils with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and let cool.
- While lentils cook, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and slice the onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled lentils, chopped vegetables, parsley, and dressing. Toss gently.
- Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving so flavors can meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg