Simple Lentil Salad
There’s something so grounding about simple, whole foods. The kind of meals that don’t require perfection… just intention.
This lentil salad is one of those recipes I come back to again & again. It’s fresh, nourishing & incredibly versatile — the kind of dish you can make with what you have, while still deeply supporting your body.
Lentils are such a beautiful staple to keep in your kitchen. They’re rich in plant-based protein, high in fiber AND full of minerals like iron, magnesium & folate... all of which support steady energy, gut health & overall nourishment in a gentle, sustainable way.
A Small Step That Makes a Big Difference ✨
Before you even begin, there’s one simple step I always recommend: soaking your lentils overnight.
It’s easy to skip, but it makes a meaningful difference.Soaking helps break down naturally occurring compounds in legumes that can make them harder to digest. It also allows your body to better absorb the nutrients, making your meal not just healthy... but truly supportive.
In the morning, simply rinse your lentils well & boil them in fresh water until tender. They hold their shape beautifully, which is what makes them perfect for salads like this.
Make It Your Own 🫶🏼
What I love most about this recipe is how flexible it is. You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand: crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, creamy avocado, peppery radishes, green onion, or even a handful of leafy greens. Each variation brings something a little different & that’s part of the beauty.
Simple food doesn’t have to be boring. It can be intuitive, creative & deeply nourishing. 😊
This lentil salad is one of those recipes I come back to again & again. It’s fresh, nourishing & incredibly versatile — the kind of dish you can make with what you have, while still deeply supporting your body.
Lentils are such a beautiful staple to keep in your kitchen. They’re rich in plant-based protein, high in fiber AND full of minerals like iron, magnesium & folate... all of which support steady energy, gut health & overall nourishment in a gentle, sustainable way.
A Small Step That Makes a Big Difference ✨
Before you even begin, there’s one simple step I always recommend: soaking your lentils overnight.
It’s easy to skip, but it makes a meaningful difference.Soaking helps break down naturally occurring compounds in legumes that can make them harder to digest. It also allows your body to better absorb the nutrients, making your meal not just healthy... but truly supportive.
In the morning, simply rinse your lentils well & boil them in fresh water until tender. They hold their shape beautifully, which is what makes them perfect for salads like this.
Make It Your Own 🫶🏼
What I love most about this recipe is how flexible it is. You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand: crisp cucumbers, shredded carrots, creamy avocado, peppery radishes, green onion, or even a handful of leafy greens. Each variation brings something a little different & that’s part of the beauty.
Simple food doesn’t have to be boring. It can be intuitive, creative & deeply nourishing. 😊
LENTIL SALAD (A Simple, Nourishing Staple) 🌿
INGREDIENTS :
- 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils (soaked overnight, rinsed, then boiled until tender)
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 chopped cucumber
- 10-15 chopped cherry tomatoes
- 1 chopped zucchini
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
DRESSING :
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2-3 tsp celtic salt
DIRECTIONS :
1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils with the onion, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber & herbs (or whatever veggies you are using)!
2. Next, add the lemon juice, olive oil & salt.
3. Mix gently to combine & enjoy!
NOTES :
• Soak lentils overnight in plenty of water. In the morning, rinse well & boil in fresh water until tender (about 20–30 minutes).
• This salad is incredibly forgiving! Feel free to add, swap, or simplify based on what you have. It will turn out a little different each time, and that’s part of the beauty.
• Keep refrigerated.
A GENTLE REMINDER :
• Meals like this don’t need to be complicated to be meaningful.
• Sometimes it’s the simplest foods (prepared with care) that support our bodies the most.
Slow down. Nourish well. And let it be enough. 🤍
Let me know if you give this a try!
xx
Ksen
Back to all postsINGREDIENTS :
- 1 cup cooked green or brown lentils (soaked overnight, rinsed, then boiled until tender)
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 chopped cucumber
- 10-15 chopped cherry tomatoes
- 1 chopped zucchini
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
DRESSING :
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2-3 tsp celtic salt
DIRECTIONS :
1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils with the onion, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumber & herbs (or whatever veggies you are using)!
2. Next, add the lemon juice, olive oil & salt.
3. Mix gently to combine & enjoy!
NOTES :
• Soak lentils overnight in plenty of water. In the morning, rinse well & boil in fresh water until tender (about 20–30 minutes).
• This salad is incredibly forgiving! Feel free to add, swap, or simplify based on what you have. It will turn out a little different each time, and that’s part of the beauty.
• Keep refrigerated.
A GENTLE REMINDER :
• Meals like this don’t need to be complicated to be meaningful.
• Sometimes it’s the simplest foods (prepared with care) that support our bodies the most.
Slow down. Nourish well. And let it be enough. 🤍
Let me know if you give this a try!
xx
Ksen