Lentil salad, two ways

I have prepared two lentil salad recipes that are healthy, easy to make, and super flavorful. One is a  fresh salsa inspired salad, and the other one is more of a Mediterranean style salad. Let’s get to the recipes.In a saucepan add the lentils, water, a clove of garlic and salt and cook the lentils according to the package instructions just until they are tender. Drain an rinse briefly under cold water using a colander. The recipes below are based on a cup of cooked lentils. If you want to make more just double on the ingredients or keep adding lentils and adjusting ingredients to your own taste.Cooked lentils:Fresh salsa lentil saladIngredients:1 cup cooked lentils1 plum tomato-or any you have, chopped into small cubes2 tbs chopped onion1-2 tbs of chopped fresh cilantro1/2 lime1 teaspoon jalapeño choppedSalt to tastePreparation:While the lentils cook, chop and prep all ingredients. Chop the onion, cilantro and jalapeño if using. Combine all these ingredients together with the juice of half a lime and salt to taste. You have a fresh and delicious salsa! Add one cup of cooked lentils and toss to combine all the ingredients.This salad is so fresh and delicious. It tastes exactly like fresh salsa. I served it with some avocado. It can be also served with some tortilla chips and it makes a fantastic appetizer.Mediterranean lentil saladIngredients1 cup cooked lentils1/2 small cucumber, chopped2 tbs chopped red bell pepper2 tbs chopped onionA few olivesFeta cheeseJuice of half a lemon1 tbs red wine vinegar2 -3 tbs olive oilSalt and pepper to tastePreparation:Chop and prep all ingredients while the lentils cook. Prepare a dressing by mixing the lemon juice, vinager, oil, salt and pepper and mix well. Add the chopped cucumber, onion, bell pepper, and cooked lentils to a bowl. Follow with the dressing and toss to combine. Top with olives and feta and serve. You can also add some fresh herbs you like such as mint and parsley.These salads taste so good and are good for you. Try different flavors and play around with the ingredients to create something you love and can make over and over again.Love,Inalvys