Potato Lentil Salad
Elevate your salad game with this hearty and nutritious Potato Lentil Salad, a delightful fusion of tender baby potatoes, protein-packed lentils, and vibrant vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe combines creamy potatoes with earthy brown or green lentils, sweet cherry tomatoes, and the zesty bite of red onion, all tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, while a touch of optional honey balances the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome salad is perfect as a satisfying side dish or a light yet filling main. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby potatoes
- 1 cup brown or green lentils (cooked, drained)
- 1 small red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and allow them to cool slightly.
While the potatoes are cooking, rinse and drain the cooked lentils thoroughly. Set aside.
Finely chop the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them into bite-sized quarters or halves, depending on their size.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, lentils, chopped red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the potato and lentil mixture. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 285 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 858 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
