Cheap and Easy Lentil Salad

Cheap and Easy Lentil Salad

A cheap and easy lentil salad. Makes a great side salad at dinner or a great lunch at work!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • ½ pound French green lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14 ounce) can corn, drained
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Combine lentils and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook lentils at a boil until tender, about 20 minutes; drain.

Step 2
Mix kidney beans, corn, and parsley in a bowl; add lentils and gently stir.

Step 3
Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; drizzle over lentil mixture and gently stir.

Step 4
Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until lentils are completely chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

301
Calories
13g
Fat
37g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 301
% Daily Value *
Total Fat13g 17%
Saturated Fat2g 9%
Sodium383mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate37g 13%
Dietary Fiber13g 46%
Total Sugars4g
Protein12g
Vitamin C4mg 21%
Calcium39mg 3%
Iron3mg 19%
Potassium349mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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