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Warm Lentil Salad

Photo of the prepared recipe
Photo attribution: Jessica Roeckel
Ready In: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
Dairy-freeGluten-freeLow Added SugarVeganVegetarian
The garlic and dijon mustard give this salad a zesty flavor that you'll love.

What you'll need

Sharp knife
Can opener
Large skillet
Spatula or spoon

Ingredients

Serves 4
15 ounces Lentils equivalent to one can, drained and rinsed
1/2 tablespoon Vinegar
2 Carrots chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard optional
1/2 Onion chopped
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
2 cloves Garlic minced
of Salt to taste
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
of Pepper to taste

Directions

1.Heat oil over medium heat in a saute pan/skillet.
2.Add carrots, onion and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until soft, 5-8 minutes.
3.Add garlic and herbs (optional), cook for one minute.
4.Add lentils, vinegar and mustard (optional). Cook until lentils are warm, about 3 minutes.

Chef's Tips

  • If using vinegar, red wine, white wine or cider vinegar work best.
  • If available, chopped leek can be substituted for onion.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 0.50 cup

Serving Per Container 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 188
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4 g5%
Saturated Fat <1 g3%
Sodium 325 mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 28 g10%
Dietary Fiber 4 g14%
Protein 10 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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