Lentil Quinoa Salad
Simple Lentil Quinoa Salad made with quinoa, lentil, parsley, tomatoes, onion and pecan, and flavored with balsamic vinegar and lemon juice. It is easy to make, an excellent source of protein and tastes incredible.
Serve quinoa salad as a light veggie lunch or pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a full meal.
For more refreshing and healthy salad recipes with quinoa check out Artichoke Quinoa Salad and Quinoa Shrimp Salad.
Yield: Serves 5
- 1/2 cup lentils, picked over to remove any stones
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons minced onion
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecan
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- salt and black pepper to taste
Place the lentil in a pot and add 3 cups water. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook covered until lentils are tender, about 30-35 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add the quinoa and give it a quick stir. Cover the saucepan, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork. Allow it to cool to room temperature (or cook as per the package instructions).
Transfer the quinoa and lentil to a large bowl. Add the tomato, parsley, onion, pecan, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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Great easy and healthy salad recipe. Thanx for sharing Shabnam!