Description
Salade de lentilles froide is a vibrant cold lentil salad that delivers a refreshing burst of flavor. Combining hearty green or brown lentils with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing, this dish is perfect for summer picnics, backyard barbecues, or light lunches. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s not only visually stunning but also healthy and satisfying. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for an impressive yet effortless meal that your friends and family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water. In a pot, combine lentils with 3 cups of water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and cool.
- Chop the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled lentils with chopped vegetables. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg