Lentil salad with avocado is an amazingly delicious salad infused with eastern flavors. It is packed with protein, fiber, healthy fats and robust nutrients!
Cook the lentils in about twice the amount of water. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, until the lentils are cooked well but not mushy.
Once the lentils have cooled down a little, place it in a wide salad mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, scallions, parsley, cilantro and mint.
Prepare the salad dressing with the grated garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper. The pomegranate molasses may be used if preferred.
Stir the salad dressing with all the other ingredients and toss well. Adjust the seasoning as per taste. Add the diced avocado in the end and toss.
Let it rest at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes.
The spiced herbed lentil salad with avocado may be served over a bed of romaine lettuce.
Notes
May use pickled cucumbers instead of fresh cucumbers.