For an extra layer of flavor, consider grilling the red peppers instead of roasting them. To make ahead, prepare all the components separately and combine just before serving. This prevents the salad from becoming soggy. If you don't have French green lentils (also known as Le Puy lentils), you can substitute with brown or green lentils, but be mindful of the cooking time, as they may require slightly longer. Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference and what's in season. Cucumber, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes would all be delicious additions. The vinaigrette can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Mediterranean Style Roasted Red Pepper and Lentil Salad
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PREP TIME40 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS82
A vibrant and flavorful salad that captures the essence of the Mediterranean. Sweet roasted red peppers combine with hearty green lentils and a zesty vinaigrette for a dish that's both healthy and delicious. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a vegan main course.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate38 g
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Fiber12 g
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Protein12 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium673 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
20 mins
Toss bell pepper halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil; place on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven until peppers are very soft and crisp at the edges. (20 minutes)
03
Step
10 mins
Set peppers aside until cool enough to handle, then dice into 1/4-inch cubes. Transfer to a large bowl. (10 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
Meanwhile, bring cold water and lentils to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
05
Step
20 mins
Reduce heat to low, add 1 pinch salt, cover, and simmer until lentils are just tender to the bite. (20 minutes)
06
Step
15 mins
Drain and cool the lentils. (5 minutes)
07
Step
5 mins
Add cooled lentils to bell peppers; gently stir in celery, carrots, onion, and parsley. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
08
Step
1 mins
Place lemon juice, shallots, white wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard in a blender.
09
Step
1 mins
Blend on High. (10 seconds)
10
Step
2 mins
Gradually add olive oil; blend until vinaigrette is fully emulsified and smooth.
11
Step
2 mins
Pour vinaigrette over lentils; stir gently with a wooden spoon. Taste salad; add remaining vinaigrette if desired.
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Caterina Gleason
Jun 30, 2025I added some feta cheese and it was amazing! Thanks for the great recipe.
Kaleigh Kemmer
May 12, 2025Simple, fresh, and flavorful. This is my new go-to salad recipe.
Sammie Price
Mar 8, 2025I made it ahead of time and the flavors were even better the next day.
Noemi Feil
Feb 25, 2025The roasted red peppers add such a nice sweetness to the salad. Great combination of flavors.
Robert Kessler
Dec 11, 2024Easy to follow instructions and a delicious, healthy meal. Will definitely be making this again.
Kattie Crist
Oct 25, 2024Absolutely loved this salad! The vinaigrette is so flavorful and the lentils were cooked perfectly.
Tania Daugherty
Oct 16, 2024I made this for a picnic and it was a huge hit. Everyone asked for the recipe!
Alanis Emmerich
Oct 2, 2024My family doesn't usually like lentils, but they all enjoyed this salad. A great way to get them to eat something healthy.