Black Lentil Salad With Oranges And Beets Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This Black Lentil Salad with Oranges and Beets is a refreshing and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The black lentils are cooked until tender and then tossed with juicy oranges, earthy beets, and a tangy vinaigrette. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is truly delightful. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course for a satisfying and healthy meal.

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1hr 35minstotal
20minsPrep
1hr 15minsCook
1hr 35m.total
20m.Prep
1hr 15m.Cook
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Ingredients for Black Lentil Salad With Oranges And Beets Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Black Lentils
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1/2 Oranges, Segmented
  • 1/2 Roasted Beets, Diced
  • 1/2 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon Orange Juice
  • 1/4 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Honey
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Black Lentil Salad With Oranges And Beets Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add black lentils and cook until tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, orange segments, roasted beets, and chopped parsley.
  • STEP 3.In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  • STEP 4.Pour the vinaigrette over the lentil mixture and toss to coat.
  • STEP 5.Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

  • To save time, you can use canned black lentils instead of cooking them from scratch.
  • If you don't have roasted beets, you can use boiled or steamed beets instead.
  • Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
  • You can add some crumbled feta cheese or toasted nuts for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
value
211
calories per serving
9 g Fat11 g Protein21 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Carbs
    21g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    21g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    9g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    415mg
  • Iron
    8mg
  • Vitamin A
    1720mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    3mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    236mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    202mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    2mcg
  • Magnesium
    168mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    262mg
  • Selenium
    31mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp