Simply Satisfying White Lentil Plant-Based Salad with Tomato and Basil
This simply satisfying, oil-free salad combines white Ivory lentils with fresh tomatoes, basil, and balsamic. Delicious Italian flavors in a plant-based vegan recipe.
Place the lentils into a pot and cover with a couple of inches of water. Cover, bring to a boil, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. While the lentils cook, prepare the remaining ingredients.
To make the salad:
Combine the tomatoes, basil, nutritional yeast, and balsamic vinegar in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
When the lentils are tender, but not falling apart, they are ready.
Drain the lentils and rinse under cold water until completely cool. This will stop the cooking process so that they don't over cook.
Add the lentils to the mixing bowl with the tomatoes and basil mix. Stir well to combine.