LENTIL MY SALAD! Simple and Healthy Brown Lentil Salad @Cooknbake

I suddenly remembered this salad I used to make so many times a while ago and has always been a great crowd pleaser.
I can't believe I haven't made it in such a long time!
It doesn't have many ingredients but the combination of the few flavors combine and create a great tasty and even addicting salad. :)

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Its great for for those summer picnics, as you could prepare it a day or two before and store in the fridge, or even at home as an addition to any meal.

I made it today and was Simple delicious and healthy!

Since I love foods that are simple to cook and prepare, lentils are one of them:)
They are a great addition to any meal, nutty and earthy in flavor.
With high in nutrition and low in calories, they are the perfect legume to eat in salads, spreads, and even as a side dish to any meal!

SO LETS START COOKING!!

Brown Lentil Salad - Recipe
@Cooknbake:

Ingredients:

1cup brown lentils
1 teaspoon salt
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 medium red onion, diced (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon, freshly squeezd
olive oil, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste

For garnish: (optional)
Parsley, finely chopped

Method:

-Rinse the lentils well and drain.
-Place in a small pot, add salt and cover with about 3 inches of water. Let simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, until they become 'al-dente'. Do not overcook!
-Drain and place under cold running water (to stop the cooking process). Once cooled slightly place them in a large serving bowl and toss with remaining ingredients.
*Before serving: sprinkle on top chopped parsley and serve with a big smile! 😊