Everyone enjoys the summer salad prepared with beluga lentils.

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Beluga black lentils owe their name to their resemblance to beluga caviar.

They are rich in dietary fiber and folates.

⇒ Note: Super healthy lentil balls are packed with protein

And today they are ready for a perfect salad. Salads have all the potential when we work with the ingredients that surround us and what the season offers us.

Unlike other lentils, black lentils possess anthocyanins—the same powerful antioxidant found in dark berries such as blueberries and blackberries.

When preparing such lentils, the excellent thing is that they do not need to be soaked beforehand; just rinse them thoroughly under running water and cook for about twenty minutes.

When cooked, they retain a more compact shape than other lentils.

summer salad prepared with beluga lentils

And now that they are ready, feel free to keep them in the refrigerator and prepare a delicious salad in the next few days.

This salad will ensure your satisfaction even during the most challenging times.

⇒ Note: Lentil and vegetable stew – a simple recipe that can be prepared in an instant!

Healthy and delicious salad with black lentils – recipe

Ingredients :

  • 150 g  beluga lentilsbay
  • leaf cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 roasted pepper
  • 1 green onion
  • 2 tablespoons of chives olive oil
  • apple cider vinegar

Preparation:

Rinse the Beluga lentils well and soak them in advance if desired.

Cook the lentils in boiling water with a bay leaf added. Once the lentils are done, rinse them with cold water and drain.

Add chopped green onions and chives.

Season with salt, pepper, olive oil, and a little vinegar. Chill the salad and serve it with chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and strips of roasted peppers.

The salad is excellent and can last up to several days if stored in the refrigerator. Besides being a delicious side dish for gatherings or barbecues, it is also a fantastic complete standalone meal packed with healthy proteins and fiber.