Padma'S Lentil Salad Recipe

Name: Padma'S Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups lentils; 1 fuji apple, cored and diced; 1 yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 large jalapeno pepper, diced; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 lemon, juice of, 1/2 ripe; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup loosely packed chopped flat leaf parsley; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

Servings: persons

2 cups lentils
1 fuji apple, cored and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 large jalapeno pepper, diced
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 lemon, juice of, 1/2 ripe
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup loosely packed chopped flat leaf parsley
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

1
Wash the lentils and soak them for 2 hours in tepid water; drain.
2
In a deep pot, add 8 cups of water to the lentils, bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low heat for 20 to 25 minutes.
3
Rinse the lentils with cold water and drain. Make sure the lentils are cooked but firm, not mushy.
4
In a large bowl, mix together the lentils, apple, bell pepper, jalapeno, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and parsley. Stir and set aside in the fridge.
5
Just before serving, heat the sesame oil on medium-high heat.
6
When hot, roast the ginger and coconut for a few minutes until golden and toasty.
7
Sprinkle this garnish over the lentils and serve immediately.

450

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups lentils, 1 fuji apple, cored and diced, 1 yellow bell pepper, diced, 1 large jalapeno pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Padma'S 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!

Padma'S Lentil Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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