Marissa's MediterraneanA vibrant, protein-packed lunch featuring warm lentils, sun-dried tomatoes, and a bright lemon-tahini drizzle. Perfect for meal prep!
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. If it's too thick, add a teaspoon of warm water until it reaches a drizzling consistency.
A pinch of cumin in the dressing adds a lovely warmth!
Place the cooked lentils in a medium skillet over low heat just until warmed through.
In a large wooden bowl, toss the warm lentils with the baby spinach. The heat from the lentils will perfectly soften the greens.
Fold in the sun-dried tomatoes and red onion.
Drizzle the lemon-tahini dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Top with the crumbled feta cheese and a crack of black pepper before serving.
This is my favorite way to use up leftover grains, but it's even better when made fresh! The secret is the warm dressing—it slightly wilts the spinach and helps the feta get just a little bit creamy. If you're packing this for the office, keep the dressing on the side and shake it all up right before you eat. Healthy made easy!
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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