Sprouted Lentil salad served in a bowl for lunch

High-Protein Lentil Salad Is The Best Vegan Post-Workout Dish

By Deepali Verma

February 29, 2024

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Try this hearty salad made with lentils, fresh, seasonal vegetables, and a homemade dressing, perfect for fueling your day with plant-based protein. 

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Ingredients

½ cup masoor dal (lentil) ½ cup cucumber ½ cup carrot ½ cup tomato ¼ cup radish ¼ cup onion ¼ cup capsicum ¼ cup pomegranate seeds ¼ cup coriander leaves or parsley 

Homemade creamy chili dipping sauce or salad dressing

For the dressing

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup 2 tbsp lemon juice ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper 1 garlic clove, minced 

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Wash and soak lentil for at least half an hour for better digestion. Cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until soft but not mushy. Drain all the water and let it cool.  

Sprouted Lentil salad served in a bowl for lunch

Step 2

Meanwhile in a bowl whisk all the dressing ingredients and keep aside. In a large bowl add cooked lentils and all the chopped veggies. Pour the dressing, toss well and enjoy! 

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