Black Lentil and Root Vegetable Salad

A delicious warm salad that needs a place on your holiday table, my Warm Black Lentil and Root Vegetable Salad is made with just 5 ingredients, and free of all major allergens.

Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Nut Free, Egg Free

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Hiiii guys! Happy Christmas and Chanukah week!!!

I’m flying high over here because I officially FINISHED my masters degree! Woo hoooo!! Sayonara to exams and papers and research projects!

As a grad student, I don’t always have the most time to cook… especially towards midterms or the end of the semester. That’s why 5-ingredient recipes are vital for me! But I also want food that tastes good.

That’s why I love this Warm Black Lentil and Root Vegetable Salad!

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I used black lentils for a big plant-based protein punch. You can learn more about why I absolutely LOVE lentils here (hint: they’re packed with nutrients and so easy to make!). 

If you’re looking for more recipes with lentils, try my Spicy Lentil Bolognese and 6-Ingredient Lentil Tacos!

I also used the root veggies I happened to have in my fridge. That included some rutabaga, sweet taters, butternut squash and beets. You can switch things up in whatever way works for you and use what you have on hand — parsnips, carrots, turnip, celery root…the possibilities are endless!

Warm Black Lentil and Root Vegetable Salad

This 5-ingredient warm black lentil and root vegetable salad makes a great side for your holiday table, or a healthy lunch for you to always have on hand. And I happen to think it tastes delish cold too! 

This Warm Black Lentil and Root Vegetable Salad is…

  • Easy to make
  • Great for fridge clean-out meals
  • Food allergy friendly
  • Full of fiber and plant-based protein
  • Delicious
  • Comforting

So let’s get cookin’…

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Happy holidays! 
XO

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  1. I loved the varied textures and colors in this dish…not to mention it’s ease and protein count!
    This will be a mainstay…thanks for sharing. Ooo congrats on your MS!

  2. Yay, congratulations!!! Woohoo!!! I hope you’re planning a big celebration 🙂 Such a lovely, hearty dish with so many potential variations and I like that you substituted lentils for faro for extra protein. Happy Holidays!

    1. Thanks so much Sonali!! Definitely looking forward to what lies ahead!! I hope you and your family have a very happy holiday as well! XO

  3. Congratulations on finishing your masters! That is awesome! This looks like a delicious recipe..I have a bunch of root veggies in my fridge from my farm share…and I’m always looking for more ways to incorporate lentils.

  4. I love the way you adapted this! We have a ton of lentils waiting to be eaten right now too!

    …and Congratulations!!!

    1. Thanks so much Laura!!! Your support means so much!! And this is DEFINITELY a great way to use up those lentils!! Happy holidays doll! 🙂