Lentil Salad (ensalada De Lentejas)

Lentil Salad (Ensalada de Lentejas) is a classic dish in Uruguayan cuisine, known for its delicious flavors and nutritious ingredients.

Lentil Salad (ensalada De Lentejas)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of lentils
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils and place them in a pot with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, red onion, red bell pepper, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Pour over the lentil mixture and toss to coat.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
15g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Large bowl Small bowl

Tools

Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the lentil salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light main course with crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can add some crumbled feta cheese or chopped avocado to the salad before serving.

Cost

$5