Lentil Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad

Discover the vibrant and nourishing flavors of a Lentil Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad, a perfect harmony of wholesome ingredients and zesty dressings. This protein-packed salad features tender green or brown lentils, sweet bursts of cherry tomatoes, and creamy crumbles of tangy goat cheese. Fresh parsley and finely chopped red onion add a refreshing bite, while a Dijon mustard and honey vinaigrette ties everything together with a subtly sweet and tangy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with nutrients, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it as a hearty side dish, a light main course, or a make-ahead meal perfect for meal prepping. Ideal for healthy eating enthusiasts, this salad delivers on flavor, texture, and nutrition in every forkful!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or brown lentils (dry)
• 3 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Goat cheese (crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the lentils with 3 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and simmer the lentils for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender but not mushy. Drain and allow to cool to room temperature.

Step 4

While the lentils are cooking, halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the fresh parsley. Set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled lentils, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss again to coat evenly.

Step 8

Add the crumbled goat cheese and give the salad a gentle final toss, being careful not to overmix and break apart the cheese too much.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1411.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1769.9

Total Fat 93.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 120.0mg	0%
Sodium 3565.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 93.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516.3mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1999.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 31.6%