Lentil Vegan Salad

Name: Lentil Vegan Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups French lentils (or green lentils); Salt to taste; Dash of paprika ((optional)); Dash of garlic powder ((optional)); 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 1 cup dry farro (or 4 cups cooked quinoa); 1/4 cup lemon juice ((about 2 small lemons)); Zest of 1 lemon ((about 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon)); 2 large garlic cloves (minced); 1 tablespoon maple syrup (plus more to taste); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; Freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 3 cups diced English cucumber ((12-ounce cucumber)); 2 1/4 cups chopped red bell pepper ((about 2 medium peppers)); 1 1/2 cups diced red onion ((about 1 medium onion)); 1 cup diced celery ((about 4 ribs)); 1 cup roasted peanuts (roughly chopped (optional)); 1 cup chopped parsley ((about 1 bunch) or mint, basil or cilantro)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:15min

This Lentil Vegan Salad is protein-rich and veggie-loaded. Plus, it's easy to make ahead for meal prep. Perfect for packed lunches, weeknight dinners, picnics, and on-the-go. Gluten-free, with an oil-free option.

Updated at: Thu, 15 May 2025 12:01:42 GMT