Lentil Caprese Salad – Lentils.org

Lentil Caprese Salad

  By lentilsorg    

July 14, 2015

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  • Prep: 10 Minutes
  • 10 Minutes

    10 Minutes

  • Yields: 4
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Directions

  1. Combine the kale, tomatoes, cheese, lentils, basil, and onion together in a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients and season with salt.
  3. Just before serving, toss the salad with the dressing.

Ingredients

Salad

2 cups (500 mL) chopped baby kale or spinach

1½ cups (375 mL) halved cherry tomatoes

1 cup (250 mL) bocconcini cheese, sliced (200g container, drained/rinsed)

1 cup (250 mL) cooked lentils

2 Tbsp (30 mL) finely sliced basil

1 (whole) green onion, sliced thinly

Dressing

3 Tbsp (45 mL) balsamic vinegar

3 Tbsp (45 mL) olive oil

1 tsp (5 mL) whole grain mustard

¼ tsp coarse black pepper

to taste sea salt

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size3/4 cup (175 mL)
Calories280
Sodium210 mg
Potassium388 mg
Protein12 g
Cholesterol30 mg
Sugar4 g
Total Fat19 g
Saturated Fat7 g
Total Carbohydrates16 g
Dietary Fiber5 g