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Lentils Vinaigrette

Lentils Vinaigrette recipe

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are often used in Mediterranean and French cuisines.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 25 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1400
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Lentils
  • 1 small Red onion
  • 1 medium Bell pepper
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium Cucumber
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives
  • 0.5 cup Feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
  1. Rinse the lentils under cold water.
  2. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add the lentils. Cook for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, chop the red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Drain the cooked lentils and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add the chopped vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
  6. Pour the vinaigrette over the lentil mixture and toss to combine.
  7. Let the lentils vinaigrette rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve the lentils vinaigrette as a main course or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
Sugars 5g
Protein 15g30%

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

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