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Easy High Protein Lentil and Vegetable Summer Salad — homemade high protein lentil salad recipe

Easy High Protein Lentil and Vegetable Summer Salad

A refreshing, nutrient-packed summer salad featuring cooked brown lentils, crisp vegetables, and a light lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups cooked brown lentils 300g
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, 150g
  • 1 cup cucumber diced, 150g
  • 0.5 cup yellow bell pepper diced, 75g
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped, 40g
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese 75g
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 30ml
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 15ml
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, 5g
  • 0.5 tsp salt 3g
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper 1g

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked brown lentils, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, yellow bell pepper, and chopped red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the lentil and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  4. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Perfect for meal prep!