Description
A refreshing and nutritious Lemon Pesto Lentil Salad featuring cooked lentils tossed with zesty lemon juice, flavorful pesto, and olive oil, perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked lentils, pesto, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper thoroughly to ensure all flavors are evenly distributed.
- Toss and Chill: Gently toss the salad to blend all ingredients together, then refrigerate or serve immediately chilled for a fresh, vibrant taste.
Notes
- Use fresh pesto for the best flavor.
- Cook lentils until tender but not mushy.
- Adjust lemon juice and salt to taste depending on preference.
- This salad is excellent as a side dish or a light vegan meal.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
