Lentil salad with roasted vegetables

• For 4 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 45 minutes
• Cooking time : 25 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Lentil Salad
  • Green lentils : 1 cup
  • Water : 2 cups
  • Cherry tomatoes : 1 cup
  • Red bell pepper : 1
  • Red onion : 1/2
  • Fresh parsley (chopped) : 1/4 cup cup
  • Lemon juice : 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon
• Roasted Vegetables
  • Zucchini : 1
  • Eggplant : 1
  • Red bell pepper : 1
  • Olive oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon

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Steps

• Cook the Lentils
• In a medium saucepan, combine the green lentils and water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
• Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape.
• Drain any excess water and set aside to cool.
• Roast the Vegetables
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Cut the zucchini, eggplant, and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
• Place the vegetables on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
• Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
• Remove from the oven and let cool.
• Assemble the Salad
• In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, roasted vegetables, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh parsley.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• Serve the lentil salad with roasted vegetables chilled or at room temperature.

Tips

• You can add other roasted vegetables like carrots or sweet potatoes for extra flavor and texture.
• Feel free to customize the dressing by adding your favorite herbs or spices.

Information

• This lentil salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• It is a great option for meal prep or as a side dish for picnics and potlucks.