Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon, Honey & Mustard Dressing

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Lentil and beetroot salad with a honey mustard dressing

Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon, Honey & Mustard Dressing—healthy, delicious, and ready in no time! If you’re looking for a quick and satisfying salad, this one ticks all the boxes. No cooking required, just a bit of chopping, mixing, and shaking, and you’re done!

The combination of earthy lentils and sweet, juicy beets makes for a hearty and flavourful base, while the zesty lemon, honey & mustard dressing ties everything together beautifully. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savoury, with just the right amount of freshness. And if you want to take it up a notch? Add a soft-boiled egg for extra creaminess or serve it alongside homemade Turkish Börek (inspired by Blend of Spice)for a more indulgent meal. For some extra kick? Add a drop of hot sauce to the dressing!

Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon, Honey & Mustard Dressing

This salad works brilliantly as a light lunch, a side dish, or even meal prep—it stays fresh and delicious in the fridge, making it a great make-ahead option. Plus, lentils are packed with protein and fibre, keeping you full and energised throughout the day.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔️ Super Quick & Easy – No cooking required, just mix and enjoy.
✔️ Perfectly Balanced – Sweet beets, hearty lentils, and a zesty dressing.
✔️ Nutritious & Filling – Packed with plant-based protein and fibre.
✔️ Great for Meal Prep – Stays fresh in the fridge for days.
✔️ Versatile & Customisable – Enjoy on its own or pair with eggs, cheese, or baked goods.

So, let’s get started! Here’s how to make Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon, Honey & Mustard Dressing—a simple dish with big flavour.

Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon, Honey & Mustard Dressing

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Dinner, lunch, salad
By Saffron Serves: 3-4
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 0 (unless you want to fry some halloumi or bacon) Total Time: 15 minutes

Try this delightful Lentil & Beet Salad with Lemon Honey & Mustard Dressing. Hearty, sweet, and tangy in every bite!

Ingredients

  • Ingredients salad:
  • 1 can lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 2-3 beets (precooked), halved and sliced
  • 1/2 pepper, chopped
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 3-4 small tomatoes, chopped (± 1 cup)
  • 1/3 cucumber, quartered lengthwise and chopped
  • Small bunch mint, finely chopped
  • Small bunch dill, finely chopped
  • ± 50g pecan, pine or walnuts for crunch
  • For saltiness (a few options):
  • 100 g smokey bacon, cubed fried (optional)
  • Or 100 feta cheese, cubed
  • Or grilled halloumi
  • Or Olives
  • Or Smoke mackerel or salmon
  • Dressing:
  • Zest & Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tsp mustard
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • Pepper & Salt
  • 1-2 tsp cold water

Instructions

1

Mix all the salad ingredients, then make the dressing and mix it through well.

Dressing

2

Add everything in a small jar and shake well until all is mixed.

3

Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

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