Mango Lentil Salad

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cooked lentils (green or brown)
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (~150g)
• ¼ cup cucumber, diced
• ¼ cup red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
• 1 tbsp mint leaves, chopped (optional)

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For Dressing:

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
• ½ tsp cumin powder
• ½ tsp black salt (or regular salt)
• A pinch of black pepper
• 1 tsp honey (optional for sweetness)

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Method:

Cook the Lentils:
• Rinse ½ cup lentils thoroughly.
• Boil in 1½ cups water for 18-20 minutes until tender (but not mushy). Drain and cool.

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Prepare the Salad Base:
• In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, diced mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.

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Make the Dressing:
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, pepper, and honey.

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Toss & Serve:
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
• Garnish with fresh coriander and mint. Serve chilled or at room temperature.