Ethiopian Lentil Salad
Cool green lentils tossed in a sharp mustard and lemon dressing with red onion and chilli. Great for lunch boxes.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.54 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Rinse the lentils and simmer in plenty of unsalted water for 25 minutes until tender but holding their shape.
25 min - 2
Drain well and spread out on a plate for 10 minutes to cool and steam dry.
- 3
Whisk the lemon juice, oil, mustard and garlic in a large bowl with a pinch of salt.
- 4
Add the warm lentils, onion, chilli and parsley and toss well.
- 5
Taste and add more salt, lemon or pepper. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.