Description
Lentil Salad Recipe with Apple Cider Vinaigrette is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the hearty goodness of lentils and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty apple cider vinaigrette. This salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving it at a gathering. With its delightful variety of textures and flavors, this lentil salad is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients. It’s a versatile dish, great on its own or as a side to complement your favorite proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups dry green or brown lentils
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard
- 2 small cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
Instructions
- Cook the lentils by combining them with water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- While lentils cook, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Once cooked, drain and rinse the lentils under cold water to cool.
- Dice the cucumber, onion, bell pepper, and celery; add to the dressing and toss gently.
- Combine cooled lentils with the vegetable mixture in the bowl. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg