Mediterranean Lentil Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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5 cups water
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp sugar
2 tsp minced fresh thyme
1 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes (about 4 medium)
3 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

In a saucepan, bring water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Rinse under cold water; drain. Place in a large bowl to cool.
Meanwhile, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice, oil, garlic, sugar, thyme, salt and pepper; shake well. Add tomatoes, celery, cheese and olives to lentils; toss to combine.
Add dressing and gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley. Yield: 6 servings.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	235.31 Kcal (985 kJ)
Calories from fat	95.31 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	10.59g	16%
Cholesterol	11.13mg	4%
Sodium	602.96mg	25%
Potassium	527.53mg	11%
Total Carbs	24.84g	8%
Sugars	4.27g	17%
Dietary Fiber	11.29g	45%
Protein	11.01g	22%
Vitamin C	15mg	25%
Iron	3mg	17%
Calcium	127.2mg	13%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	67.97 Kcal (285 kJ)
Calories from fat	27.53 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.06g	16%
Cholesterol	3.21mg	4%
Sodium	174.18mg	25%
Potassium	152.39mg	11%
Total Carbs	7.18g	8%
Sugars	1.23g	17%
Dietary Fiber	3.26g	45%
Protein	3.18g	22%
Vitamin C	4.3mg	25%
Iron	0.9mg	17%
Calcium	36.8mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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