Marinated Lentil Salad Recipe

Name: Marinated Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vinaigrette; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Salad; 1/2 cup chopped parsnip; 1/2 cup chopped carrot; 6 cups boiling water; 1 1/2 cups dried lentils; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery; 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion; 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

Vinaigrette
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Salad
1/2 cup chopped parsnip
1/2 cup chopped carrot
6 cups boiling water
1 1/2 cups dried lentils
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1
To prepare vinaigrette, combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
2
Set aside.
3
To prepare the salad, cook the parsnip and carrot in 6 cups boiling water for 1 minute or until tender; remove vegetables with a slotted spoon.
4
Add lentils; bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender; drain in a colander.
6
Cool.
7
Combine parsnip, carrot, lentils, celery, onions, and parsley in a bowl; stir in vinaigrette.
8
Marinate at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.

3403

kcal

Calories

371

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vinaigrette, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Marinated Lentil Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Marinated Lentil Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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