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    Home » Recipes » Salad

    5-Minute Lentil Tomato Salad

    Nov 23, 2015 by Kaitlin

    It only takes 5 minutes and 4 ingredients to make this healthy vegan Lentil Tomato Salad! Plus it is filled with flavor and plant-based protein which is great for quick lunches, snacks, and road trips. (Vegan, gluten-free, oil-free.)

    Tomato Lentil Salad tossed together in a bowl with chives

    Just 5 minutes and 4 ingredients (or less!) is all it takes for this flavor-packed lentil tomato salad.

    I have been making it for years and always thought it was too simple for the site.

    But quick and easy is what it's all about here, and after devouring another batch I knew I had to share.

    Ingredients for tomato lentil salad in a bowl

    This lentil tomato salad started as something I quickly threw together for a road trip. We wanted some healthy plant-based goodness to keep us energized for driving.

    But I have also made it many times without the chives so I left them optional, along with the fresh herbs.

    Customize it! There are many variations you can try with based on your own preference. Change it up or expand it however you see fit!

    Lentil tomato salad in a bowl with chives

    For more inspiration, also browse all lentil recipes or 15 minute recipes.

    Lentil tomato salad in a bowl with chives

    5-Minute Lentil Tomato Salad

    Healthy, flavorful, and filled with plant-based nutrients & protein! Perfect for quick lunches, snacks, and road trips.
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
    Servings: 4 side servings

    Ingredients

    • 15 oz. can lentils (about 1 1/2 cups cooked)
    • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
    • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar (or white balsamic vinegar)
    • 1/8 cup chives (optional)
    • Salt to taste
    • Optional additions: olive oil, basil, parsley, etc.

    Instructions

    • Rinse and drain lentils. Halve/quarter cherry tomatoes. Slice chives.
    • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and toss to combine. Salt to taste, and adjust vinegar if necessary.
    • Serve immediately or refrigerate in a covered container to let flavors develop more.

    Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

    Nutrition Facts
    5-Minute Lentil Tomato Salad
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    137
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Potassium
     
    514
    mg
    15
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    24
    g
    8
    %
    Fiber
     
    9
    g
    38
    %
    Sugar
     
    3
    g
    3
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    328
    IU
    7
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    15
    mg
    18
    %
    Calcium
     
    26
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    4
    mg
    22
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Did you make this recipe?Leave a star rating or comment below!

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    • Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing

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    1. Cheryl Smith

      March 06, 2021 at 12:30 pm

      4 stars
      How much is one serving in this recipe? Making bowl for the next four days so just want to make sure I get the portions right.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        March 06, 2021 at 1:21 pm

        This recipe yields roughly 3 cups of salad which amounts to four 3/4-cup servings. (The estimated nutritional content provided is for 1 of 4 servings.) However, choose the best portion sizes for your own needs - serving this as a main dish vs. side dish, etc.

        Reply
    2. Brigid

      July 20, 2020 at 10:32 am

      Thanks for sharing. I haven't made this yet, but I plan to make it. Thank you again.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        August 24, 2020 at 3:35 pm

        Wonderful! Hope you enjoy.

        Reply
    3. Kayleen

      September 27, 2019 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      Just found this as I was looking for a super quick lunch. I used green onions instead and it's so good! Thank you.

      Reply
      • Kaitlin McGinn

        September 27, 2019 at 10:41 am

        Perfect! So glad you gave this a try and enjoyed, Kayleen. Thanks for the kind feedback and rating!

        Reply
    4. Laura

      September 02, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      This has become my go to lentil recipe! So easy and I can customize based on what I fresh ingredients I have. In terms of travelling with it, I find a mason jar is a good size and unlikely to leak. Thanks for this great recipe!!

      Reply
      • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

        September 07, 2017 at 3:12 pm

        So great, Laura! And awesome idea with the mason jar - thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    5. Leah Harmon Rhodes

      August 03, 2016 at 10:31 pm

      This looks delicious!! How long does it keep?
      I noticed you said you bring this in the car - how do you package it?
      Can you make it and freeze it in smaller portions to pull out day to day and eat?

      Reply
      • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

        September 17, 2016 at 2:55 pm

        Thanks Leah! We've always finished ours within 2-3 days so anything past that I'm not sure. For road trips (or packed lunches, etc.) I put it in a glass dish or Tupperware with a tight-fitting lid and just pop it in the cooler. I've never tried freezing it but will update the recipe with the results if I do! Would love to hear if you give it a go!

        Reply
    6. Unknown

      April 19, 2016 at 7:07 pm

      Love this salad! Although I much prefer dried lentils to canned, lower sodium and better texture, in my opinion. Have you tried them? We get ours from Palouse Brand

      Reply
      • Kaitlin | The Garden Grazer

        April 24, 2016 at 7:34 pm

        Wonderful to hear! Palouse Brand is great and I prefer dried lentils too. (I use canned here because it's usually when I'm in more of a hurry.) Thanks for sharing and have a great week!

        Reply

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