Looking for a refreshing, hearty salad that can serve as a satisfying meat replacement? This vibrant Lentil Salad pairs beautifully cooked lentils with a medley of spices and a tangy yogurt sauce. It's a healthy and delicious meal that will leave you questioning why you haven't tried lentils this way before. Perfect for anyone on a fasting journey or simply seeking a nutritious meal!
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Ingredients:
For the Lentil Salad:
- 🥄 1 cup Lentils (soaked for about an hour)
- 🧄 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 🧅 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 🌿 1 teaspoon Coriander
- 🌶️ 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne
- 🌶️ 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 🐔 1 cube Chicken bouillon
- 🧂 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (W sauce)
For the Sauce:
- 🥛 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 🧄 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 🍋 1 Lemon, juiced
- 🍅 1/2 cup Pico de gallo
- 🍅 1 Tomato, diced
- 🧅 1/4 Red onion, finely chopped
- 🌿 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 🌶️ 1 Jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 🍈 1 Lime, juiced
- 🧂 Salt to taste
- 🧂 Pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Lentils:
- Rinse and soak the lentils for about an hour. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, add a little oil and sauté the garlic and onion until translucent.
- Add the soaked lentils, coriander, paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Dissolve the chicken bouillon in the Worcestershire sauce and add to the pot.
- Pour enough water to just cover the lentils and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer until lentils are cooked through and tender (about 20-25 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, combine the plain yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Add in the pico de gallo, tomato, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Mix well.
- Season with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Once lentils are cooked, let them cool slightly.
- In a large serving bowl, mix the lentils with the prepared sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with extra cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
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