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Lemony Lentil Herb Salad with Bulgur
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Lemony Lentil Herb Salad with Bulgur

5 from 1 vote
An easy and healthy recipe for a lentil herb salad. It's low-fat and high in plant protein making it perfect for vegetarians and vegans. Plus it's easily made gluten-free, by substituting bulgur for millet, quinoa or buckwheat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup bulgur (150 g)
  • 1 cup French puy lentils (200 g)
  • 500 g cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 3 small bunches fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons freshly chopped mint leaves
  • 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoons sumac (optional)
  • sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions
 

  1. Cook the lentils according to package instructions. Rinse well in cold water, drain and set aside.
  2. While the lentils are cooking, prepare the bulgur according to package instructions.
  3. In a large salad bowl, add the tomatoes, herbs, onions, olive oil, lemon juice and sumac spice. Season with salt and pepper and toss until fully combined. Add the lentils and bulgur and toss again until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning, as desired.
  4. This lentil herb salad is great as is or served with a little salty cheese like feta on top. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Note on cooking lentils: Cook lentils as you would pasta—in an abundance of water. Bring the liquid to a boil, add your lentils, then turn down your heat to a simmer for at least 25-30 minutes, depending on the type. Don’t forget to taste them along the way, to make sure you get the consistency you are aiming for.
  • I used French puy lentils however beluga lentils would also work well in this salad, as both types hold their form well.

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