Magnificent Lentil Salad
A delicious and healthy salad that is very easy to make. It will come in handy as a snack in between meals too. It is mild, yet has a little pep to it because of its tanginess and a little spice. It can be sweet and sour too for those who like special tastes.
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Black Pepper, Lentils, Olive Oil, Raisins, Scallions, Tomatoes
Magnificent Lentil Salad
Print recipe| Serves | 2 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 20 minutes |
| Total time | 25 minutes |
| Dietary | Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Meal type | Lunch, Salad, Side Dish, Snack |
| Misc | Serve Cold |
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lentils
- 1 - 2 Tomotoes (Finely chopped)
- 1/8 - 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3/4 cups Green Onions (scallions, finely chopped)
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (fresh ground)
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 6 - 8 Onion Rings (fresh, thinly slices)
Optional
- 1/2 cup Raisions
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Rinse the lentils. Place in a large sauce pan or pot. Add 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring it to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until lentils are tender. Add a little more water, if necessary. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Drain the lentils well. Place them in a serving bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, lemon juice, oil, tomatoes, ground pepper, scallions and raisins. Stir and mix well. | |
| Step 3 | |
| If you like the salad cool, refrigerate for about an hour and remove. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Garnish with the sliced onion rings. | |
| Step 5 | |
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Serve at room temperature or cold.  | |
