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Black Lentil Salad

Prep Time:

10 Minutes

Serves:

4 Servings

Cook Time:

10 Minutes

Author

Krystal Roberts

About the Recipe

This fresh and hearty black lentil salad combines protein-rich beluga lentils, chickpeas, creamy avocado, and crisp vegetables with a simple apple cider vinaigrette.

Ingredients

  • Salad
  • 1 package mixed greens or lettuce of choice
  • 1 (8 oz) can beluga lentils, drained and rinsed
  • Handful of cherry tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • ½ can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Handful of baby radishes, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional Toppings
  • Chopped walnuts
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Apple Cider Vinaigrette
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Herbes de Provence
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Preparation

Step 1


Combine the mixed greens, beluga lentils, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, radishes, red onion, and avocado in a large serving bowl.


Step 2


To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.


Step 3


Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.


Step 4


Finish with fresh cilantro and any optional toppings such as walnuts, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds.


Step 5


Serve immediately, or store the dressing separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.


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