Lentil Salad This Lentil Salad features hearty lentils and chopped onions tossed in a light Italian dressing. Fresh and nutritious, it pairs perfectly with juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. 2 cups dry lentils6 cups water1 ¼-inch chopped medium onion1 bay leaf (optional)1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley (1 cup fresh parsley is about ⅓ cup