High Protein Salad

Ingredients:

• 1/2 box Tolerant Brand Red Lentil noodles, cooked and cooled
• 1 package nitrate-free chopped salami
• 1 small can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives, drained
• 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
• 1 poblano pepper, diced
• 1 yellow pepper, diced
• 1/2 white onion, finely diced
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Dressing:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp brown mustard
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook the Noodles: Prepare the red lentil noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool completely, then chop them in half.

Prep the Vegetables and Cheese: Dice the poblano pepper, yellow pepper, and onion. Cube the cheddar cheese.

Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled noodles, chopped salami, sliced black olives, diced peppers, onion, and cubed cheddar cheese.

Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown mustard, honey, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.

Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Enjoy your protein-packed cold salad!