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Lentil Tabbouleh

This Lentil Tabbouleh is a vibrant and hearty salad that's packed with protein and flavor!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (11 oz) brown lentils drained and rinsed
  • 1 purple onion finely chopped
  • 9 oz cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 lemon Juice of, freshly squeezed
  • Salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 pita bread for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving Dish

Method
 

  1. Start by finely chopping the purple onion, dicing the cucumber, and halving the cherry tomatoes. Place all of these in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Once your vegetables are ready, drain and rinse the canned brown lentils thoroughly. Add them to the bowl with the veggies.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the lentil and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Add the chopped mint and parsley to the salad. Give it another gentle toss.
  6. For the best flavor, let your Lentil Tabbouleh chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the salad for best flavor.
  • Use canned lentils to save time.
  • Feel free to experiment with different herbs.