Healthy and Delicious Lentil Salad

This lentil salad is a healthy and delicious dish that is packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients. It is made with cooked lentils, fresh vegetables, and a tangy vinaigrette. The salad is perfect for a quick lunch or as a side dish for dinner. It is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked lentils
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, cucumber, bell pepper, tomato, red onion, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the lentil salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the lentil salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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