Lentil Tomato Salad Recipes

5-MINUTE LENTIL TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Rinse and drain lentils. Halve/quarter cherry tomatoes. Slice chives.
• Add all ingredients to a small bowl and toss to combine. Salt to taste, and adjust vinegar if necessary.
• Serve immediately or refrigerate in a covered container to let flavors develop more.

LENTIL & TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Boil the lentils following pack instructions, drain, rinse well, then drain thoroughly.
• Meanwhile, mix the citrus juices, vinegar and a pinch of salt in a salad bowl, then toss in the onion rings - after a few mins they will soften and turn pink. Whisk together the oil, cumin, garlic and chutney, then toss into the onions with the cooled lentils, coriander, tomatoes, spinach and plenty of seasoning.

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATO AND DILL

Steps:

• Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan with lentils, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, 15 to 25 minutes. Drain in a large sieve, then transfer to a large bowl.
• Toss hot lentils with tomatoes, scallions, dill, basil, vinegar, oil, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste.

LENTIL SALAD WITH TOMATOES

Steps:

• Combine lentils, onion-clove, carrots, thyme, bay leaf, salt, pepper and water in saucepan. Bring to boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Don't overcook. Drain.
• Remove and discard the onion, thyme and bay leaf. Drain.
• Transfer lentils to salad bowl and add chopped onions, garlic, vinegar, oil, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Toss well and sprinkle with parsley.

TOMATO AND LENTIL SALAD

Steps:

• Combine the lentils, garlic and 4 cups water in a large heavy pot. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer until the lentils are soft, about 15 minutes. Drain the lentils, discarding the garlic cloves, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until combined. Add the tomatoes, scallions, basil, dill, corn and cooled lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon zest and toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly incorporated.
• Serve cold or at room temperature. This dish can be made 1 day ahead.

GREEK LENTIL SALAD WITH FETA AND TOMATOES

Steps:

• Place lentils into a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bay leaf and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until lentils are tender yet firm to the bite, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain well and allow to cool, about 30 minutes. Remove bay leaf.
• Mix olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, and oregano together in a bowl for the dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
• Combine lentils, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Add dressing and mix until well combined. Add feta cheese and carefully mix to combine.

LENTIL AND TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Fry the onion in the olive oil until it is transparent. Chop the tomatoes, removing seeds if you like.
• Add tomatoes to the onions in the pan.
• Drain the lentils and add to the pan.
• Cover the lentil mixture with cold water and bring to the boil.
• Reduce the heat, and simmer gently for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
• Remove from heat.
• Season to taste with salt and freshly-ground black pepper.
• In a bowl mix the parsley and vinegar.
• Stir in the lentil mixture slowly.
• When cool, adjust the seasoning.
• Chill well.
• Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the salad before serving.

TOMATO LENTIL SALAD

Steps:

• Cook orzo and lentils separately in boiling water. Drain (if needed) and allow to cool.
• Toss all of the ingredients together in a bowl and serve cold.