Vegan Tomato, Cucumber, and Lentil Salad

Description

This is one of my favorite fresh summer salads. The lentils add a nice smoky flavor to the spicy onion, basil, and sweet balsamic vinegar. This is delicious served hot or cold and is a very satisfying vegan main dish.

Ingredients

• 8 cups water
• 1 pound dried lentils
• 1 English cucumber, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• ½ cup finely chopped fresh basil
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

Servings: 4