Mediterranean Lentil Salad
Mediterranean Lentil Salad is fresh, healthy, and full of flavor. A quick and colorful dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry green or brown lentils
- 3 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- ¼ red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water. Add to a pot with 3 cups water or broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with crumbled feta if using. Serve chilled or at room temperature.