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Mediterranean Lentil Salad

  • 15 Mins

    Prep Time

  • 15-20 Mins

    Cook Time

  • 6

    Servings

  • 208

    Calories

  • 11g

    Fat

  • 19g

    Carbs

  • 10g

    Protein

Recommended For:

Altered Taste/Smell

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Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Cooked Lentils, cook according to package instructions
  • 1 Cucumber, peeled, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, rinsed and chopped
  • ¼ Cup Pitted Kalamata Olives, chopped (optional)
  • ½ Cup Pasteurized Feta Cheese Crumbles
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 2 Tsp Dried Oregano
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Lemon, juiced (or more if desired), wash before juicing
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

What You’ll Need

  • Cutting Board

  • Knife

  • Large Bowl

  • Spoon

  • Measuring Cups

  • Small Bowl

  • Whisk

  • Measuring Spoons

  • DDairy:

    Replace the feta cheese with a dairy-free version or omit.

Instructions

  • 1.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

  • 2.

    Combine Salad Ingredients In a large bowl, add the lentils, chopped cucumber, chopped red pepper, chopped olives, and feta cheese. Stir to combine.

  • 3.

    Whisk Together Spice Mixture In a small bowl, whisk together the onion powder, dried oregano, olive oil, red wine vinegar and lemon juice.

  • 4.

    Combine Spice Mixture & Salad Drizzle spice mixture over lentils and vegetables, stir to combine.

  • 5.

    Season & Serve Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately or chilled.

  • 6.

    Store Salad will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • 7.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

Recipe Created by Meijer Registered Dietitians

Nourishment Notes

Lentils

Lentils are full of protein and fiber, as well as vitamins and minerals, like potassium, folate, and iron. A half cup of cooked lentils has about 9 grams of fiber, about 32% of your daily fiber needs. Lentils are also a mild protein source which is typically more tolerable in patients experiencing taste changes.

Red Pepper

Red peppers are rich in antioxidants, including quercetin, which may help to prevent certain chronic diseases such as heart disease.

Lemon

Citrus foods, such as limes, lemon, or oranges, can help add flavor to dishes when foods may taste bland.

Cold Foods

Cold foods that aren’t cooked, such as salads, smoothies, yogurt and fruit, are typically well-tolerated in patients experiencing altered taste.

Fatigue Buster

  • Lemon Juice

    Purchase pre-squeezed lemon juice.

  • Lentils

    Use pre-cooked lentils, often found in a vacuum pack in the produce section, instead of cooking your own.

  • Ask for Assistance

    Ask a friend or family member to help prepare this dish.

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