Greek Lentil and Potato Salad! This side salad is perfect for summer. Lentils, herbed potatoes and vegetables in a lemon dressing. A must-try! Vegetarian, easily vegan.
2cups cooked lentils (I used the pre-cooked steamed lentils from Trader Joe’s)
1 bell pepper, chopped
2cups chopped tomatoes (about 2-3 tomatoes)
1/2 english cucumber, peeled and seeded, chopped
3/4cup finely chopped red onion
1/2cup chopped parsley
1/4cup chopped mint
1cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1/2cup crumbled feta cheese (omit for vegan version)
Lemon Dressing:
1/3cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Place potatoes in the microwave and cook for 5 minutes. Remove, let stand 2 minutes and mix with garlic-herb seasoning packet. Place in a large bowl.
Add in the cooked lentils, chopped bell pepper, tomatoes, chopped cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint and olives together with the potatoes and toss together.
Whisk together the ingredients for the dressing and pour over the salad. Add the feta (if using) and toss to combine. Season to taste, if needed, and serve.