Lentil salads for weight loss
Description
A simple dish to prepare. Using the ingredients listed above, you can customize your lentil salad recipe for weight loss by including all or just some of the vegetables in any combination. 1. Place the rinsed lentils, bay leaf, and thyme sprig into a small saucepan or pot. 2. Add water and set on the stove over medium heat. Cook for about 20 minutes (green and red lentils may take slightly longer). 3. Peel the carrot and dice it into small cubes. 4. Finely chop the celery. 5. Wash the bell pepper, remove seeds and stems, then chop and add to the salad bowl with the other vegetables. 6. Dice the red onion (if using regular onion in this simple lentil salad recipe for weight loss, blanch it in boiling water first). 7. Wash, dry, and chop the parsley. You can also use any other fresh herbs you like. 8. Press the garlic through a garlic press. 9. Drain the cooked lentils and let them dry slightly, then add to the salad bowl. 10. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top. 11. Add olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper. 12. Gently mix everything together—your salad is ready to serve. This is an easy, quick, and highly nutritious option. Serve chilled.