Fresh, colorful, and rich in Mediterranean flavors: the lentil and pepper salad is a dish that combines authenticity and taste in a perfect combination for any occasion. Lentils, a symbol of prosperity and a precious source of plant-based proteins, meet sweet and crunchy peppers, creating a contrast of textures and colors that captivates at first bite. Ideal as a tasty appetizer, a colorful second course, or a main dish when served with good bread for a summer lunch, this salad is a celebration of simplicity without sacrificing goodness. If you like nutritious salads, try the summer chickpea salad, the zucchini salad with feta, the potato salad with pesto, tomato, and mozzarella, the green bean salad with tomato and cheese.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Boiling, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Fall
Ingredients for preparing the lentil and pepper salad
- 10.5 oz lentils
- 3 peppers
- 2 tomatoes
- Half onion
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- A few leaves basil
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1.75 oz lamb's lettuce (mâche)
Tools
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- Pressure Cooker
- Pan
Steps
Rinse the lentils and boil them. In a pressure cooker, it will take 13-15 minutes. The water should not be salted. Drain them and place them in a bowl. Season with salt and oil and let cool.
Chop an onion and sauté it in a pan with a drizzle of oil. Clean the peppers by removing the seeds and cutting them into chunks. Add them to the onion with the chopped tomato. Season with salt, pepper, a few basil leaves, and cook for a few minutes. The peppers should remain slightly crunchy.
Mix the lentils with the peppers and lamb’s lettuce, adjust salt and pepper, and serve.
Storage and Variations
You can store the salad in the fridge for a couple of days.
VARIATIONS
With grilled vegetables Add grilled zucchini, eggplant, or red onions for a smokier and rustic flavor.
With mixed legumes Add chickpeas or cannellini beans for an even more nutritious and rich texture version.
With nuts or seeds Toasted walnuts, sliced almonds, or pumpkin seeds add crunchiness and an extra touch of energy.
With marinated tofu or tempeh An extra protein source with a strong flavor, perfect if you want a complete and balanced dish.
With whole grains Add barley, farro, or quinoa to turn the salad into an even more filling main dish.
