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This Curried Lentil Salad is a hearty, wholesome dish that’s packed with flavor and vibrant colors — the perfect vegan and gluten-free lunch or picnic side!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Ingredients for Curried Lentil Salad<\/a><\/li>
How to Make Curried Lentil Salad<\/a><\/li>
Curried Lentil Salad with Roasted Cauliflower Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/details>\n\n\n
I’m always looking for new ways to switch up my salad game, especially since it’s been warm and sunny here in the pacific northwest. This Curried Lentil Salad<\/strong> might just be my new favorite! It’s veggie-filled, flavor-packed, and full of plant-based protein…plus it’s so pretty to look at! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients for Curried Lentil Salad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This bright and colorful dish is full of veggies! Hearty lentils, roasted cauliflower, sweet carrot, and tangy pickled red onions combine with fresh cilantro and a simple curry powder-infused vinaigrette.<\/p>\n\n\n
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French lentils<\/b> – The secret to chewy (not mushy) lentils is to use French Lentils, or Lentils du Puy. These lentils are smaller than your traditional brown lentil, and have a firmer skin. That means that they keep their texture during cooking without turning into mush.<\/li>
Cauliflower<\/b> has a crunchy texture and mild flavor that pairs perfectly with anything curry, in my opinion!<\/li>
Garlic Powder<\/b> – We’ll use garlic powder for both the salad and the dressing to add just the right amount of flavor and kick.<\/li>
Curry Powder<\/b> – The star of every great curry dish is a fantastic curry powder. Every blend of curry powder tastes a little different, so use the one that you like best!<\/li>
Freshly Grated Carrot<\/b> adds a nice crunch and earthy sweetness to the salad.<\/li>
Pickled Red Onions<\/b> are tangy, sweet, and a bit crunchy. I used my Quick Pickled Red Onion<\/b><\/a> recipe for a fuss-free punch of flavor.<\/li>
Fresh Cilantro<\/b> – The delicate green leaves add a fresh, citrusy flavor.<\/li>
Olive Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, and <\/b>Dijon Mustard<\/b> come together to make the base to our simple curry vinaigrette dressing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
How to Make Curried Lentil Salad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This Curried Lentil Salad is the perfect fuss-free dish for when you’re craving something hearty, but short on time. This recipe comes together in just an hour!<\/p>\n\n\n
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Cook<\/b> lentils until they are tender, then drain and set aside<\/li>
Add<\/b> cauliflower to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, add the spices, and toss<\/b> until evenly coated. Roast<\/b> until edges are browned.<\/li>
Prep<\/b> the remaining veggies for the salad.<\/li>
Whisk<\/b> oil, vinegar, mustard, and spices in a small bowl until well-combined and set aside<\/b>.<\/li>
Add<\/b> drained lentils, roasted cauliflower, and remaining veggies to a large bowl, pour<\/b> in dressing and toss<\/b> until well-combined.<\/li>
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This Curried Lentil Salad can be enjoyed as-is, or served over greens. You can also make it a heartier meal by mixing it with some rice, or adding in extra roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes or squash. It’s also perfect for easy meal-prep, as it stores in the fridge for up to 5 days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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If you’re looking for more lentil dishes, you’ll also love this Warm Lentil Salad With Roasted Vegetables<\/b><\/a>, this Hearty Sweet Potato & Lentil Soup<\/b><\/a>, and these Curried Lentil Stuffed Peppers<\/b><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Finally, if you make this recipe and decide to share it on Facebook<\/a> <\/strong>or Instagram<\/a><\/strong>, don’t forget to tag me @FromMyBowl<\/a><\/strong> + #FromMyBowl! I love seeing your delicious recreations \ud83d\ude42<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n
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