Lentil Quinoa Salad

A hearty, protein-packed salad with a zesty lime and mustard dressing.

Ingredients

Grains and Legumes

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 0.6 cups lentils (about 2/3 cup)

Dressing

  • 1.5 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3/8 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt to taste

Toppings

  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Boil (1 cup) quinoa until still a little crispy. Drain and let cool.

  2. Boil (0.6 cups) lentils until tender but not soft. Drain and let cool.

  3. Prepare the dressing: whisk together (1.5 teaspoons) dijon mustard, (3 tablespoons) red wine vinegar, (3/8 cup) vegetable oil, (3/8 teaspoon) garlic powder, juice of (1) lime, and salt to taste.

  4. Combine the cooled quinoa and lentils in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss to coat.

  5. Top with (3) chopped green onions and (2 tablespoons) chopped cilantro.

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