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Lentil Watermelon Summer Salad

Lentil Watermelon Summer Salad

Salads
Course
Difficulty
Easy
Pulse Type
Lentils
Specialty Diet
Gluten-free
Occasion
4th of July
Nutrition
300 calories or less
Cook Time
15 minutes

Ingredients

Servings:

  • 6 cups watermelon cut in 1 inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups lentils, black puy or beluga; cooked
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 10 mint fresh; finely sliced leaves
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the watermelon, lentils, half of the feta and half of the mint.
  2. In a small container, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour olive oil mixture over the watermelon mixture. Toss gently to combine. Top with remaining feta and mint before serving.