Lentil Cucumber Salad
4 servings
4 servings
This colorful lentil salad is easy to make and packed with protein and fiber! Pair it with whole-grain pita and fruit.
Serve cold, either alone or with a salad of your choice.
Optional: Serve with a gluten-free pita.
Makes 4 Servings
Sort and rinse the dry lentils (brown or green) to make sure they have no stones and pour into a large pot of water.
Boil gently for 20 minutes or until tender. It should yield about 3 c (594 g) cooked. Strain and let cool on a tray in the refrigerator.
In a large bowl, mix the lentils with the balsamic vinegar and the remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Serve the salad cold.
Per serving
Calories: 198
Fat: 1.0 g
Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
Calories from Fat: 4%
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Protein: 13.2 g
Carbohydrates: 36.0 g
Sugar: 6.3 g
Fiber: 9.9 g
Sodium: 37 mg
Calcium: 53 mg
Iron: 5.0 mg
Vitamin C: 40.4 mg
Beta-Carotene: 1,966 mcg
Vitamin E: 0.6 mg
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