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Fresh Vegetable Salad with Sprouted Lentils
When a person is trapped in concrete jungles, surrounded by cars, plastic, and synthetic materials, they long for something real, natural. Healthy food is a great way to change your life for the better and become a little closer to nature. In recent years, sprouted grains such as wheat, lentils, and oats have been gaining popularity. They are beneficial for health, positively affect digestion, and, when cooked properly, are also very tasty.
The described vegetable salad is prepared with sprouted lentils, but you can substitute them with other grains if desired. The cooking time for the dish is 15-20 minutes.
Ingredients
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- cucumbers – 2 pcs;
- tomatoes – 4 pcs;
- bell pepper – 1 pc;
- greens – one bunch;
- sprouted lentils – 1 package.
Preparation
- In a large bowl, pour in the washed lentils, then chop the tomatoes into it. You can cut them into any shape; simple wedges work as well.
- Cut the cucumbers in half, then into small wedges or half-moons.
- Add the cucumbers to the tomatoes, tossing them immediately to distribute the vegetables evenly.
- Chop the peppers into medium-sized pieces.
- It's easier to chop the greens with kitchen scissors. You can choose any greens to your taste.
- Mix all the ingredients, season with salt to taste, and add olive or vegetable oil. You can also add a special seasoning blend for the salad.
Before serving the dish, let it steep for a while. Usually, half an hour to an hour is sufficient. During this time, juice will form, which everyone in the household is sure to enjoy.
