Best Mediterranean Style Roasted Red Pepper And Lentil Salad Recipes

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LENTIL AND HERB SALAD WITH ROASTED PEPPERS AND FETA



Lentil and Herb Salad With Roasted Peppers and Feta image

A delicious salad that works equally well warm or at room temperature.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield Serves 6 generously

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups / 14 ounces green, brown or black lentils, rinsed and picked over6 cups water
1 small or 1/2 large onion, cut in half
3 to 4 garlic cloves (to taste), minced
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste
1/4 cup red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup broth from the lentils
2 roasted red peppers peeled, seeded sliced in 2-inch long julienne
1 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, mint, dill, oregano (any combination)
Freshly ground pepper
3 ounces feta, crumbled

Steps:

  • In a medium size pot, combine lentils, water, onion, bay leaf and 2 of the garlic cloves. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Add salt to taste, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 25 minutes, until lentils are cooked through but still have some texture. They should not be mushy. Taste and adjust salt. Using tongs, remove onion and bay leaf.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl or measuring cup, mix together vinegar, remaining garlic, salt to taste, and olive oil. Set aside.
  • Place a strainer over a bowl and carefully drain lentils. Transfer lentils to a bowl. Measure out 1/4 cup of the broth and whisk it into the dressing, then toss dressing with the lentils. Stir in roasted pepper strips and allow to cool if desired. Taste and adjust salt. Shortly before serving stir in fresh herbs, pepper, and feta.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 433, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 412 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

MEDITERRANEAN LENTIL SALAD



Mediterranean Lentil Salad image

This is a delicious lentil salad, that keeps very well in the refrigerator.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup dry brown lentils
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup red onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine lentils, carrots, onion, garlic, bay leaf, and thyme. Add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are tender but not mushy.
  • Drain lentils and vegetables and remove bay leaf. Add olive oil, lemon juice, celery, parsley, salt and pepper. Toss to mix and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 452.8 mg, Sugar 3 g

RED LENTIL SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS



Red Lentil Salad with Fresh Herbs image

Tired of lettuce salads? Enjoy this light, fresh salad, inspired by classic tabbouleh flavors. Cook and drain red lentils, then add fresh herbs, scallions, and Roma tomatoes. Toss with a light dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice, garnish with scallion greens, and enjoy for lunch or dinner.

Provided by Bibi

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable stock
7 ounces red lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 cup minced fresh parsley
½ cup minced fresh mint
2 medium chopped green onions, white and green parts separated
2 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
salt to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring vegetable stock to a boil in a saucepan and add drained lentils. Stir and reduce to a simmer. Simmer uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes. Lentils will be slightly undercooked. Drain, and allow to cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Place cooled lentils in a large mixing bowl and add minced fresh parsley and mint. Add white parts of the green onions, reserving the chopped greens for the garnish. Add tomatoes.
  • Combine extra-virgin olive oil and zest and juice of a lemon in a small bowl. Stir to combine, then pour over the salad and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, before serving.
  • Before serving, taste and add salt, if desired. Garnish with reserved chopped green tops of green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 113.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

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