Tomato and Lentil Salad Recipe

Name: Tomato and Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup small green lentils; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered; 3/4 cup sliced scallions (use pale green and white parts only); 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped; 1 ear fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup small green lentils
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
3/4 cup sliced scallions (use pale green and white parts only)
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1 ear fresh corn, kernels cut off the cob
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water in a large heavy pot.
2
Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
3
Simmer until the lentils are soft, about 15 minutes.
4
Drain the lentils, discarding the garlic cloves, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
5
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until combined.
6
Add the tomatoes, scallions, basil, dill, corn and cooled lentils.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Add the lemon zest and toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly incorporated.
9
Serve cold or at room temperature.
10
This dish can be made 1 day ahead.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup small green lentils, 2 cloves garlic, peeled, 2 teaspoons lemon zest plus 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tomato and 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.

Tomato and Lentil Salad

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