Meals Matter

Mediterranean Lentil Salad

Contributed By: jennerosity
www.chatelaine.com

Ingredients

1 can (540 ml) Lentils/chickpeas

2 tbsp Lemon juice

4 tsp Olive oil

1 tsp Cumin - ground

1/2 tsp Salt

1/4 tsp Cayanne pepper

1 pint Grape tomatoes or 1 large tomato coarsely chopped

2 Coarsely chopped Roasted red pepper

1/4 cup Chopped fresh Coriander, mint, or basil

1/4 cup Finely chopped Red onion

1/2 cup Feta cheese - light (optional)

Preparation

Rinse and drain lentils.

In a large bowl, stir lemon juice with oil, cumin, salt and cayenne.

Add lentils.

Slice grape tomatoes in half or coarsely chop regular tomato.

Add to lentils with red peppers, coriander and onion.

Crumble in feta.

Stir to mix.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Vegetables
Salads & Dressings
Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Mediterranean & Mid-Eastern
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)