(Prep Time : 10 min | Cooking Time : 20 min | Serve: 6 )

Lentils are low in calories, high in iron and folate, and a high-protein food. Lentils are often distinguished by their colour, which ranges from red to green to yellow to brown to black. Phyto-chemicals and antioxidants are the only different components of each type of lentil.

Ingredients

• 210 gram lentils
• 4 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 large cucumber, finely diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• ¼ cup cilantro, chopped

Dressing

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp of MEDITERRANEAN Seasoning Mix

 Instructions

1. Combine the lentils, water and bay leaf, in a medium saucepan. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a low heat setting, cover, and cook for 16-20 minutes. It's important that the lentils are tender but not mushy.
2. Drain the lentils and set them aside to cool for a few minutes.
3. Add cucumber, yellow capsicum, red onion and cilantro, diced.
4. Toss the salad with the dressing to blend.

Why This Is Good for You

1. Great protein source
2. Rich in fibre
3. Rich in Iron
4. Good source of Potassium and Manganese