Lentil and Carrot Salad (#55)
Basic Information
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Difficulty: 2
- Budget: 2
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Meal Type: Main Dish
Diet Types
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Dairy-Free
- Plantstrong
- Flexitarian
- DASH
- Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free
- Halal
- Kosher
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Medium bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil, add lentils, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender, then drain.
- In a medium bowl, toss cooked lentils and shredded carrots with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide into two bowls and serve warm or chilled.
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 10g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 28g
- Fiber: 0
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A