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Lemony Lentil Salad with Salmon

Salmon and lentils are a familiar combo in French bistro cooking; here they combine in a quick and easy salad. For the best presentation, flake the salmon with a fork, then stir gently into the salad to keep it in chunks, not tiny bits.

Serves 6

Prep Time 30 min

Total Time 30 min.

Nutrition Profile: Gluten Free Diet Heart Healthy High Calcium High Fiber High Potassium Low Cholesterol Low Sat Fat Low Sodium

Ingredients/Directions

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 cup diced seedless cucumber
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2 15-ounce c lentils, rinsed, or 3 cups cooked brown or green lentils (see Tip)
2 7-ounce ca , drained and flaked, or 1 1/2 cups flaked cooked

Cooking Directions

Step 1

Whisk lemon juice, dill, mustard, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Add bell pepper, cucumber, onion, lentils and salmon; toss to coat.