Never eat another sad desk salad again with this lentil salad recipe from chef Palak Patel.
As an added bonus, it’s also good for gut health.
Try thisamazing chopped lentil salad.
One surprising change in this erratic season of America is that I have never appreciated takeout more.
Traditionally chopped salad is just with vegetables, but I love adding that extra crunchy component, Patel says.
Plus it keeps you full for longer, she addsalways an ideal quality in a lunch salad.
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If you salt the lentils while theyre cooking, theyll turn out tough, Patel warns.
Not only do lentils add flavor and texture to this salad, they also boast some serious gut-health benefits.
Fiber also helps your body fight off bad bacteria in your gut.
Fiber also helpsslow down your digestion and keep you regular.
Lentils are also a great source of plant-based protein.
Whats not to love?
Ready to end the reign of sad homemade salads for good?
Get the full lentil chopped salad recipe by watching the video above.
Wash and drain lentils.
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Bring water or broth to boil and add lentils with aromatics.
Reduce the heat to simmer and set cooking time according to package directions.
In a small bowl, add shallots, vinegar, and water.
Chop salad vegetables and arrange them in a large bowl with the cooked lentils.
Strain shallots and add to salad.
Dress salad and serve.
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