Lemony Lentil Salad with Feta

 

Lemony Lentil Salad with Feta

This vibrant, nutritious lentil salad is ready in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for warm-weather meals. Light yet satisfying, it pairs well with whole-wheat pita on the side.



Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 (1 cup each)
Nutrition Profile: High-Fiber, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie, Healthy Aging

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) of lentils, rinsed, or 3 cups of cooked brown or green lentils
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup diced seedless cucumber
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, dill, mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to combine. Add the lentils, feta, red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Tips

To prepare ahead: Store the salad in a covered container in the fridge for up to 8 hours.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 280
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Protein: 13g

This salad is a delightful, wholesome meal option packed with fiber and flavor!

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