Linsensalat

Delightfully hearty and packed with vibrant flavors, Linsensalat is a wholesome lentil salad that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring tender green or brown lentils perfectly cooked with a hint of bay leaf, this recipe brings together a medley of fresh, crunchy vegetables like red onion, carrot, celery, and red bell pepper. Tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar and Dijon mustard dressing, and brightened with fresh parsley, every bite offers a perfect balance of earthiness and zest. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for meal prep, this protein-rich salad can be served warm or at room temperature, making it a versatile choice for lunches, dinners, or potlucks. Discover how this Mediterranean-inspired dish can elevate your healthy eating game!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams green or brown lentils
• 750 milliliters water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 0.5 red bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water, then place them in a medium saucepan with the water and bay leaf.

Step 2

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are just tender. Drain and discard the bay leaf, then place the lentils in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

While the lentils are cooking, finely dice the red onion, carrot, and celery, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces. Add these to the bowl with the lentils.

Step 4

Chop the parsley and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the lentil and vegetable mixture, then toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1376.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	861.8

Total Fat 58.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2585.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 21.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.8mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1448.7mg	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: 60.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 29.5%