Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed herbs (parsley, cilantro)
- 1/4 cup nuts (almonds or walnuts), chopped
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine lentils, carrots, herbs, nuts, olives, and raisins.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve as a main dish for lunch or as a side at dinner.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. The flavors improve after sitting in the fridge for a day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg