Herby Lemony French Lentil Salad

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This healthy bean salad is packed with fiber and protein and has a light and crunchy texture you will love.

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: French, Universal

Keyword: Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Plant-Based

Servings: people

Calories: 243kcal

1 cup green lentils dry
1/4 cup basil leaves fresh, chopped (optional, thyme leaves loosely packed, discard stems)
1 lemon juiced
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup walnuts chopped

Put the lentils, salt and bay leaf in a medium pot in 3 cups water and bring just to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and allow the lentils to simmer for 30- 40 minutes, or until softened all the way through, adding water as they cook if necessary.
Cool lentils to room temperature then place in the refrigerator until chilled.
Add the thyme leaves, olive oil, walnuts (optional) and lemon juice to the chilled lentils and toss to coat. Taste and add salt if desired.

SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7