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School Lunch Ideas for Kids: Best Thanksgiving Lentil Salad

School lunch ideas for kids :Thanksgiving Lentil Salad

Discover delicious and nutritious school lunch ideas with this Thanksgiving Lentil Salad, perfect for kids.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine lentils and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are tender.
  2. In a bowl, mix diced carrot, celery, bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  3. Once lentils are cooked and cooled, combine them with the vegetables.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and mix well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a day in advance for easy lunch prep.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or nuts for extra crunch.

Nutrition

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