High-Protein Summer Lentil Salad (Vegan & Gut-Friendly)

Name: High-Protein Summer Lentil Salad (Vegan & Gut-Friendly)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups cooked French (brown) lentils (cook 1 1/2 cups dry lentils); 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1/3 cup sliced green olives; 2 fermented dill cucumbers, chopped; 1/2 bunch of parsley, chopped (or 1 bunch if you love parsley); 4 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small hot pepper, sliced; 1/2 to 1 tsp sea salt, to taste

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Looking for a hearty, refreshing, and protein-packed salad to keep you energized during the warmer months? This High-Protein Summer Lentil Salad is the perfect make-ahead dish that’s loaded with fiber, fresh herbs, and gut-loving ingredients.

Made with French lentils, juicy tomatoes, probiotic-rich fermented cucumbers, and a tangy olive oil-balsamic dressing, this recipe checks all the boxes for a satisfying plant-based meal.

Why You’ll Love This Lentil Salad

High in Protein: Each serving has 18g of plant protein, thanks to the lentils.
Gut-Friendly: Fermented cucumbers (dill pickles) support digestion with natural probiotics.
Rich in Fiber: You’ll get about 15.6g of fiber per serving, helping to keep you full and support healthy digestion.
Perfect for Summer: Light, fresh, and hydrating from ingredients like tomatoes, parsley, and lemon juice.
Easy to Make Ahead: This salad holds well in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep or summer gatherings.

High-Protein Summer Lentil Salad (Vegan & Gut-Friendly)

Prep tIme: 10 min

Cooking time: 20 to 30 min (lentils)

Ingredients

Salad:

4 cups cooked French (brown) lentils ( cook 1 1/2 cups dry lentils)
1½ cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
⅓ cup sliced green olives
2 fermented dill cucumbers, chopped
1/2 bunch of parsley (or 1 bunch if you love parsley), chopped
Dressing:
4 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
½ lemon, juiced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small hot pepper, sliced
½–1 tsp sea salt, to taste

Instructions

Cook the Lentils: Follow package instructions and let cool. (1 1/2 cup dry letils will give you 4 cups of cooked lentils.)
Prep the Veggies: Quarter the tomatoes, chop the parsley, cucumbers, olives, garlic, and hot pepper.
Make the Dressing: Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, garlic, and hot pepper into a jar. Shake well.
Assemble: In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients. Pour dressing over and mix gently.
Serve & Enjoy: Best served cold or at room temperature. Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.

Ingredient Benefits

Lentils: Packed with protein and iron, they support energy and muscle repair.
Tomatoes: Rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart and skin health.
Parsley: Detoxifying and rich in vitamin C and K.
Fermented Cucumbers: A natural source of probiotics that promote a healthy gut and digestion.
Garlic: Supports immune health and adds a delicious zing.
Olive Oil: Provides healthy fats that support brain and heart health.

🔥 Nutrition Info (Per Serving – approx. 1 cup)

Calories: ~350
Protein: 18g
Fiber: 15.6g
Fats: ~14g (mostly from olive oil)
Carbs: ~35g

💚 Why It’s Perfect for Summer

When the weather heats up, our bodies crave lighter, hydrating, and cooling meals. This salad is:

Fresh from the lemon and parsley
Hydrating from tomatoes and cucumbers
Full of raw, living probiotics
Protein-rich without being heavy

Whether you’re eating it for lunch, dinner, or meal-prepping for the week, this lentil salad hits the spot.

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