Delightful Caramelized Onions and Lentil Salad Recipe Awaits You
Experience the delightful caramelized onions and lentil salad recipe, a vibrant celebration of flavors that's easy to prepare.
Equipment
- large pot
- skillet
- mixing bowl
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup Lentils can be swapped with quinoa or chickpeas for variety
- 2 medium Yellow Onions sliced
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil as a substitute
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar or lemon juice/apple cider vinegar for a fresh twist
- ½ cup Fresh Parsley or Cilantro or mint as a fragrant alternative
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For Optional Add-Ins
- 1 cup Bell Peppers diced
- ¾ cup Feta Cheese crumbled
- 1 cup Spinach or Kale
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by rinsing lentils under cold water. In a large pot, combine lentils with water or broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and sweet smelling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained lentils and caramelized onions. Add balsamic vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
- Stir in fresh parsley or cilantro until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Optional: Refrigerate for one hour to enhance flavors. Can be served immediately if short on time.
- Plate the salad and drizzle with more olive oil, if desired, before serving.
Notes
Customize with additional ingredients like feta or bell peppers to suit your taste. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
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