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#LetsLentil #LoveALentil main dish protein recipe salad side dish vegetarian veggies

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad

I was asked to participate in the #LoveALentil #LetsLentil campaign, sponsored by
Lentils.org. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenIt’s salad season! At least that’s what I consider summertime to be, don’t you? My method of salad building is literally throwing together whatever veggies (and sometimes fruit) that I have on hand until what I’ve come up with seems sufficient. In case you’re wondering, I have the same method for smoothies too, haha!

There’s really so many ways to build a salad, why not experiment with different additions than the traditional leafy salad. I also love to add a little something unexpected to a good salad, like a mixture of kidney beans and garbanzo beans along with with some freshly cooked split red lentils. Pairing that with crispy shredded lettuce and other colorful ingredients creates a fun and tasty fresh lentil bean salad that’s so perfect for summer.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenNot familiar with split red lentils? These lentils have their shell removed and the inner part of the lentil has been literally split in half. They cook much faster than traditional lentils due to their small size, and they’re perfect to add to salads like this one. I like to cook mine in a chicken or vegetable broth and a pinch or two of herbs and flavor.

Lentils are great additions for quicker recipes like this because they cook up so fast. They don’t require pre-soaking so they can be prepared while cutting or peeling the other ingredients. They’re also high in protein as well as fiber, and a great source of minerals such as potassium, iron and folate.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenNow most people consider lentils to be a colder weather ingredient used in soups and stews, which they are absolutely wonderful for. However, I think they’re great for something like stuffed peppers with rice, adding to scrambled eggs, or in a nice crunchy lentil bean salad like this one.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenBefore preparing the lentils I soaked the red cabbage in a mixed vinegar concoction with a bit of seasoning and let it sit. The addition of crisp cucumbers and sweet, crunchy yellow bell pepper balanced out the flavors already. Then adding the creaminess of the avocados along with the kidney beans and garbanzo beans this salad is full of texture as well as protein rich! Adding the olives and grape tomatoes adds a kick of color too.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenWhat I really love is the addition of the cooked red split red lentils and how the cooked in flavor combines with this salad. This isn’t a leafy salad soaked in creamy dressing, it’s fresh and full of texture and so much flavor, combined with many healthy benefits. I just added a few more ingredients together for a super simple dressing that really complemented the flavors already provided to really finish off this tasty salad.

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenTop with a bit of cilantro and stir it all together once the dressing is added and the salad is done. Super easy, no fuss and tons of texture and flavor. Oh, and all of those beautiful colors!

Fresh Lentil Bean Salad AD #LoveALentil #LetsLentil | Mama Harris' KitchenWith this recipe there will be some leftover prepared lentils, but prepared lentils can be stored for up to three months in the freezer so if you don’t use it up right away that is an option.

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Fresh Lentil Bean Salad
 
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Prep time
8 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
23 mins
 
This refreshing fresh lentil bean salad is full of flavor colors and textures, it's the perfect addition to summer festivities!
Author: Mama Harris' Kitchen
Recipe type: salad
Ingredients
For the Fresh Lentil Bean Salad
  • 2 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1½ tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup split red lentils
  • 1½ cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dry garlic flakes
  • ½ medium yellow bell pepper, deseeded and diced
  • ½ cup grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
  • ½ cup black olives with seed removed, halved lengthwise
  • ½ a medium cucumber, sliced then quartered
  • 1 avocado, peel and seed removed, diced
  • ½ cup canned low sodium kidney beans, rinsed thoroughly then patted dry
  • ½ cup canned low sodium garbanzo beans, rinsed thoroughly then patted dry
  • 1-2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, for garnish (optional)
For the simple salad dressing
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • juice from 1 medium lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding the cabbage. You can do this by using a sharp, serrated knife and cutting a large slice off one end of the cabbage. On the open end of the cabbage, graze the sharp knife up the side a few times to get shredded pieces of cabbage.
  2. Place the shredded cabbage in a medium bowl, then top with the rice vinegar, red wine vinegar, and the salt and pepper. Mix until combined, then set aside.
  3. In a small sauce pan add the rinsed split red lentils with low sodium chicken stock. Bring just to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Add the basil and dried garlic then allow to simmer for about 5-7 minutes. If you like the lentils firmer, don't allow to cook as long so they will maintain their shape. Stir every so often and remove from heat when done. Allow to cool.
  4. In a serving bowl add the cabbage, bell pepper, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, and avocado.
  5. Top with the kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and ¼ to ½ cup of the prepared lentils. Garnish with cilantro.
  6. Mix the ingredients for the simple salad dressing and pour on top before mixing the salad together then serving.
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  1. Claire says

    July 17, 2017 at 12:23 am

    I gonna try it 🙂 Thanks for sharing

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