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Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing

Name: Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ cup Lentils; ¼ lime yields Lime juice; ½ tbsp Olive oil; ¼ tsp Dijon mustard; ½ clove Garlic; ¼ tsp, ground Cumin seed; ⅛ tsp, ground Oregano; ¹⁄₁₆ tsp Salt; ¼ small Red bell pepper; ⅛ small Onion; ½ medium whole Tomatoes; ¼ sprigs Cilantro; ¼ can Black beans; ¼ cup, chopped Scallions

Per 1 serving · 290 g · 14 ingredients

Calories

363

18%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
20g
21% of calories
Carbs
56g
60% of calories
Fat
8.1g
19% of calories

Portion

✓ Cholesterol free

At a glance

One serving of Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing (290 g) has 363 calories, with 20 g of protein, 56 g of carbohydrates and 8.1 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (60% of calories). It is high in protein (40% DV), dietary fiber (52% DV) and Vitamin C (52% DV).

Per 100 g

125cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

5.5g

Net carbs

41g

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

15g

4.8 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein40%
Dietary fiber52%
Vitamin C52%
Vitamin K58%
Thiamine48%
Riboflavin (B2)20%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Vitamin E18%
Niacin17%
Choline14%
Calcium10%
Magnesium19%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Nothing notable

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 15 minCook 20 min

1
Cook the lentils according to package instructions, ensuring they remain firm.
2
While the lentils are cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
3
Finely dice the bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes. Roughly chop the cilantro.
4
In a large bowl, combine the black beans, bell pepper, green onion, tomatoes, and lentils. Add the dressing and toss to combine. Add cilantro and lightly toss again.
5
Serve immediately or cover and chill in the fridge for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (290 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	71 μg	8%
Vitamin C	46 mg	52%
Vitamin D	0 μg	0%
Vitamin E	3 mg	18%
Vitamin K	70 μg	58%
Thiamine	1 mg	48%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg	20%
Niacin	3 mg	17%
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg	38%
Folate (B9)	332 μg	83%
Vitamin B12	0 μg	0%
Pantothenic acid	1 mg	27%
Choline	80 mg	14%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	98 mg	10%
Iron	7 mg	81%
Potassium	959 mg	20%
Magnesium	80 mg	19%
Phosphorus	291 mg	42%
Zinc	2 mg	23%
Copper	1 mg	68%
Manganese	1 mg	48%
Selenium	2 μg	4%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0 g	—
Alpha carotene	66 μg	—
Arginine	1 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	770 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.2 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	2 μg	—
Fructose	2 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	3 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.5 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	1 g	—
Lycopene	1,582 μg	—
Lysine	1 g	—
Maltose	0.1 g	—
Methionine	0.2 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	5 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	1 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	0 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	24 g	—
Sucrose	1 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0 g	—
Total omega 6	0 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	0.5 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0 μg	—

Burning 363 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

69min
Walking (3.5 mph)
44min
Cycling (moderate)
30min
Running (6 mph)
51min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing?

One serving of Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing (1 serving) has 363 calories, which works out to 125 calories per 100 g. That is about 18% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing high in protein?

It provides a solid 20 g of protein per serving (40% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 21% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 41 g of net carbs and 60% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing?

263 mg per serving.

How much sugar is in Black Bean Lentil Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing?

4.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (290 g)

Calories363

% Daily Value*

Total fat 8.1g	10%
Saturated fat 1.1g	6%
Trans fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 263mg	11%
Total carbohydrate 56g	20%
Dietary fiber 15g	52%
Total sugars 4.8g
Protein 20g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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