
Mediterranean Lentil Salad
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Ingredients
Serves 6- 1 cup English cucumber (seeded and diced)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (plus more to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup dry lentils (please see notes)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (plus more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled, plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
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Steps
- Step 1
Cook the lentils: Rinse the lentils well under cold water and pick out any broken pieces or debris. Transfer them to a medium saucepan and cover with water or broth by about 1 inch.
- Step 2
Simmer until tender: Bring the lentils to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 to 25 minutes, or until tender but not mushy.
- Step 3
Drain and cool: Drain the lentils in a fine-mesh strainer and spread them out on a baking sheet or large plate to cool slightly.
- Step 4
Mix the dressing: In a medium bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, honey, salt, and cumin until smooth and well combined.
- Step 5
Assemble the salad: Add the cooled lentils to a large mixing bowl with the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
- Step 6
Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Step 7
Finish and serve: Sprinkle the feta over the top and serve immediately, or chill for later. Enjoy cold, at room temperature, or slightly warm.
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Cook the lentils: Rinse the lentils well under cold water and pick out any broken pieces or debris. Transfer them to a medium saucepan and cover with water or broth by about 1 inch.
Source: The Forked Spoon