Lentil salad with mint, feta cheese and tomatoes

2 servings

30 minutes

This refreshing lentil salad with mint, feta cheese, and tomatoes is a harmonious blend of Mediterranean flavors. Its base is tender lentils that provide heartiness to the dish, while mint adds lightness and freshness. Feta cheese contributes creaminess and tanginess, complemented by the sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the richness of sun-dried tomatoes. Lemon juice and zest enhance the brightness of the flavor, while olive oil ties the ingredients into a cohesive composition. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or as a side for meat and fish. Ideal for a summer dinner or light lunch that awakens the appetite and offers a sense of freshness.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 550.6
• Proteins: 27.4g
• Fats: 19.1g
• Carbohydrates: 75.7g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: to taste
• Red onion: 1 head
• Finely chopped garlic: 1 clove
• Lentils: 200 g
• Feta cheese: 0.3 glass
• Sun dried tomatoes: 400 g
• Cherry tomatoes: 3 pc
• Green basil: 0.5 tbsp
• Fresh mint: 0.5 tbsp
• Lemon zest: to taste
• Lemon juice: 2 ml

Cooking steps

1. Put red onion in the pot to soften it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 1 head

2. Add a clove of garlic to it and sauté for 1 minute.

   Required ingredients:

   • Finely chopped garlic: 1 clove

3. Boil the lentils separately, cook them until fully done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lentils: 200 g

4. Drain the water from the grains and add cheese, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, mint, and lemon zest – it is recommended to mix everything well with the grains.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 0.3 glass
   • Sun dried tomatoes: 400 g
   • Cherry tomatoes: 3 pieces
   • Fresh mint: 0.5 tablespoon
   • Lemon zest:  to taste

5. Mix red onion with all ingredients and drizzle the salad with olive oil and lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Lemon juice: 2 ml