Looking to keep it light and satisfying? This Instant Pot Lentil Salad is a vegan, protein-packed dish that’s easy, healthy, and full of fresh flavors in every bite.
A simple, quick, easy, dump-and-go recipe for busy days.
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What are lentils?
Lentils are a kind of Pulse or can be called 'Daal'.
Pro Tip: Rinse your lentils well before using them to save yourself from getting into a mess.
What else can I add?
Play around with addons, try adding:
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- olives
- green onions
- mustard
- sun-dried tomatoes
What is so special about this Lentil Salad?
- Easiest recipe,
- Completely vegan
- Full of nutrients
- a variety of savory flavors
How to serve?
Serve this appealing colorful Lentil Salad as a side dish or appetizer.
How to make
Gather the necessary ingredients.
Add a cup of lentils, water, and bay leaves to the pot.
Cover the pot and set it to high pressure for 12 minutes.
Do a Quick Release.
Dish out lentils in a bowl, add chopped vegetables, and dates.
Mix, add fresh parsley and lemon vinaigrette.
Serve and enjoy.
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Instant Pot Lentil Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cucumber chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 cup Medjool dates chopped
- 1 cup lentil
- ½ cup water
- 5 bay leaves
- ½ cup lemon vinaigrette
- tablespoon parsley leaves
Instructions
- Add a cup of lentils, water, and bay leaves to the pot.
- Cover the pot and set it to high pressure for 12 minutes.
- Do a quick release.
- Dish out lentils in a bowl, add chopped vegetables, and dates.
- Mix, add fresh parsley and lemon vinaigrette.
- Serve and enjoy.