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Quick and Easy Healthy Lunch Box Recipes: Flavorful Cold Lentil Salad with Cucumbers and Olives

Quick and Easy Healthy Lunch Box Recipes : Cold Lentil Salad with Cucumbers and Olives

A quick and easy cold lentil salad with fresh cucumbers and olives, perfect for a healthy lunch box.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 cup diced cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, cucumbers, olives, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance for meal prep.

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Keywords: Quick and Easy Healthy Lunch Box Recipes, Cold Lentil Salad, Healthy Lunch, Lentil Salad Recipes