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Lebanese Lentil Salad (Fat-Free Optional)

This Lebanese lentil salad utilizes fresh herbs, juicy summer tomatoes, and warm Middle-Eastern spices that really bring the dish to life.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Lebanese
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author Muneeza Ahmed

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown lentils
  • 2 cups parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup mint, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • ½ tsp sumac
  • ½ tsp allspice
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • Drizzle of freshly squeezed orange juice
  • Drizzle of raw honey
  • *Optional avocado (chopped) 

Instructions

  • Boil lentils, then let sit to cool.
  • Chop parsley, cilantro, tomatoes, mint, and onions.
  • Add parsley, cilantro, mint, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and avocado (optional) to a bowl with the cooled lentils, gently mix together.
  • Add sumac, cumin, allspice, paprika, and garlic to the bowl and mix all ingredients.
  • Drizzle freshly squeezed OJ and raw honey over top, mix and serve.