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Mediterranean Lentil Tabbouleh Serves 6 · About 30 minutes
An herb-forward lentil salad with parsley, mint, cucumber, tomato and lemon that makes a fresh, fiber-rich side.
Blood Pressure Friendly Blood Sugar Friendly Heart Healthy
Prep 20 min
Cook 10 min
Total 30 min
Yield 6 servings
Plant-Forward Built around plant foods and everyday ingredients.
Whole-Food Focus Designed to make nutrient-dense choices easier.
Flavor First Herbs, spices and aromatics bring satisfying flavor.
Everyday Wellness A practical recipe for a balanced eating pattern.
Tabbouleh 3 cups cooked green or brown lentils, cooled and well drained HA 2 packed cups finely chopped flat-leaf parsley ½ cup finely chopped fresh mint 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced 1 English cucumber, diced 4 scallions, thinly sliced Lemon Dressing ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil HA 1 small garlic clove, finely grated ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon fine salt, then adjust HA Black pepper, to taste Helpful Notes Green or brown lentils hold their shape better than red lentils. Drying the lentils and seeded tomatoes keeps the salad from becoming watery. For best color, add the herbs within a few hours of serving. The salad keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days. Directions Prepare. Drain the lentils very well and spread them on a towel-lined tray to remove excess moisture. Chop the herbs and vegetables finely.Dress the lentils. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the lentils and toss.Add the herbs. Fold in parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber and scallions without crushing the vegetables.Rest and serve. Rest for 10 minutes, taste and adjust with lemon or pepper. Serve cool or at room temperature.Pairs Well With Add one or two of these to turn it into a more complete meal:
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