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Lentil Tabbouleh Salad

This lentil salad combines the bright, fresh flavors of Tabbouleh with tender, protein-packed lentils. It's wonderful served with a warm wedge of flatbread for a light lunch, with a mezze platter, or as a side dish.

Prep Time
35 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 to 8 servings
Calories: 106 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried French green lentils*
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely-grated lemon zest
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 English cucumber , cut into 1/4 inch dice
  • 1 cup thinly-sliced scallions
  • 3/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 3/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Place lentils in a colander and sort through them to remove any stones. Rinse lentils and place in a pot with enough water to cover by 2-inches. Add a pinch of salt and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender, about 25 minutes. Drain, discarding cooking liquid and bay leaf. Cool lentils to room temperature.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice and zest, olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add cooked lentils, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, mint, and parsley. Toss to combine. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
  3. The salad can be enjoyed right away, but you can also let the flavors develop for an hour or two in the refrigerator. If making ahead, withhold the mint and parsley and stir in just before serving.

Notes

  • *For the best texture and flavor, I love to use tiny green French lentilles du Puy in this salad. Many markets have started carrying this variety, but if you’re unable to find them, read about substitutions here.
  • Lentils should be cooked until tender, but not falling apart. Adjust cooking time as recommended on the package for the variety you're using.

Nutrition Information

Calories 106kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 13mg (1%) Potassium 258mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1211IU (24%) Vitamin C 27mg (30%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6to 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106

% Daily Value*

Calories 106kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 13mg 1%
Potassium 258mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1211IU 24%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.