Things have been pretty hectic in my house lately. I’ve been working a ton and my husband is studying for a pretty big professional exam... this leaves no one to pick up the slack. To get off the take-out wheel of doom, I’ve been on the hunt for simple, quick recipes that are perfect to grab and go.

Meet this delectable Lentil Lime Salad.

I shared this recipe on Facebook last week and people went nuts for it. I think you’ll love it, too! It’s healthy, protein-packed, Reset-approved, and beyond easy to make.

I used packaged, pre-cooked lentils (I just learned these exist) to make it even easier. If you go this route, make sure you rinse the lentils well. If you’re making your own lentils (also very easy), you should plan to soak the dried lentils for 24-hours before cooking.

Why?

Lentils (and a whole host of other foods) contain anti-nutrients – the lentils way of protecting itself against being eaten. Anti-nutrients can wreak havoc on your GI system, which is why some people have issues with grains, beans, lentils, and even potatoes!

But – fear not! Lentils, when soaked for 24-hours, release up to 93% of their anti-nutrient properties. Sad lentils, happy tummy.

Lentil Lime Salad

1 cup cooked lentils

1 medium carrot

¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

1 ½ tsp sesame oil

2 Tbsp fresh lime juice

Bragg’s Liquid Aminos (to taste)

Himalayan Sea Salt (to taste; optional)

¼ tsp ground cumin

Combine all ingredients in a medium and toss gently to mix. Refrigerate for 2 hours to let flavors blend, then enjoy!

Yep – that’s literally IT. Tell me what you think of this simple salad in the comments.