July 18, 2026
URL: https://www.birdseye.com/recipes/sides-appetizers/green-bean-and-lentil-salad-8128
- Prep time 15 minutes
- Total time 40 minutes
- Servings 12
Ingredients
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3 cups water
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3/4 cup dry brown lentils, sorted, rinsed
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3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
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1 bag (14 oz each) Birds Eye® C&W Petite Whole Green Beans
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3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
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3/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
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3/4 cup red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
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3/4 cup yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
Nutrition Information
104 calories, 12g carbs
Directions
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Step one
Bring water to a boil in small saucepan. Add lentils and 1/2 teaspoon salt to water; cover. Cook over medium heat 20 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool slightly.
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Step two
Meanwhile, microwave green beans according to package directions. Whisk together vinegar, mustard, garlic, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper in large bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil until blended. Add lentils, green beans, onion and bell peppers to bowl; stir to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate before serving, if desired.