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Egyptian lentil salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Egyptian lentil salad is a delicious Egyptian recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 30 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 30 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Lentils
Category Beans & Legumes
Meal Dinner
Type Side Dish
Cuisine Egyptian
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 large cloves garlic, diced

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground coriander

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom

  • 1/3 teaspoon ground fenugreek

  • 1 cup dried brown lentils

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley

  • 1/3 teaspoon salt

  • Black pepper to taste

Directions

  • Rinse the lentils and place in a medium sized saucepan. Fill with water and lightly salt. Bring to a boil, and cook until al dente, around 15-20 minutes. While lentils are boiling, prepare sauce.

  • In a small saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat with the cumin, garlic, cardamom, coriander, and fenugreek. When the garlic begins to brown, remove from burner and set aside. Dice the parsley.

  • Remove the cooked lentils, drain, and toss with the garlic, spices, and olive oil. Add the parsley and mix into the lentils. Prior to serving, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 391 cal

  • Total fat: 27g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 404mg

  • Potassium: 0g

  • Carbohydrate: 40g

  • Fiber: 19g

  • Protein: 17g