Lentil and Feta Cheese Salad

By devogirl

There’s something appropriate about pairing feta cheese and lentils—perhaps it’s the mingling of the salty and peppery flavors.

healthy, vegetarian, lunch, work, kids

Nutritional Information
Calories: 260 Total fat: 9 g Protein: 14 g Carbohydrate: 31 g Cholesterol: 21 mg Sodium: 447 mg

Ingredients

• 1 cup green or brown lentils
• 3 medium firm, flavorful tomatoes, 5 or 6 plum tomatoes, diced
• 4 to 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 to 3 scallion, minced
• 1/2 cup natural low-fat vinaigrette
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. Rinse the lentils and check them for small stones. Combine in a saucepan with 3 cups water and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer gently until done but still firm, about 30 minutes. Check frequently toward the end of cooking time to make sure the lentils don’t become over-cooked. Drain any excess water from the lentils, and rinse until cooled.

2. Combine the lentils with the remaining ingredients in a serving bowl and toss together. Serve at once or cover and refrigerate until needed.