Description
A refreshing and nutritious Mango Lentil Salad that combines the earthy flavor of lentils with the sweet tang of mango, all tossed in a zesty dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for a light and healthy meal or as a colorful side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Lentil Salad:
- 1 cup dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
Salad Mix:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Lentils: In a medium saucepan, combine lentils and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, mix lentils, mango, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, pepper, and cumin. Pour over salad and toss.
- Finish: Adjust seasoning, add feta if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
- Add avocado just before serving for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
