Red Lentil and Watercress Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Red Lentil and Watercress Salad, a perfect balance of nourishing ingredients and zesty flavors! This healthy and easy-to-make dish combines protein-packed red lentils, peppery watercress, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber for a delightful texture and taste. A tangy homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together, adding a touch of sweetness and depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is a refreshing and satisfying option for a light meal or an elegant side dish. With fresh parsley as a finishing touch, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a nutrient-rich, plant-based recipe packed with flavor and vibrant greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams red lentils
- 100 grams watercress
- 150 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized cucumber
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Place the lentils in a medium-sized pot, cover with 3 times the amount of water, and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the lentils for 10-12 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside to cool.
While the lentils are cooling, wash the watercress thoroughly and pat dry. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked lentils, watercress, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and chopped parsley.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Serve immediately as a light meal or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1822 mg | 39% | |
*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.
