Lentil and Carrot Salad With Middle Eastern Spices

Lentils are a staple ingredient in Middle Eastern cuisine and are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Lentil and Carrot Salad With Middle Eastern Spices

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mixing Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Salad, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Lentils
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the lentils according to package instructions.
2. While the lentils are cooking, peel and grate the carrots.
3. Finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, grated carrots, chopped red onion, parsley, and mint.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.
6. Pour the dressing over the lentil and carrot mixture and toss to combine.
7. Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld together.
8. Serve the lentil and carrot salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 8g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.