Lentil, Quinoa, and Mung Bean Salad Recipe

Place mung beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let soak for 8 hours to overnight.

Bring 2 cups salted water to a boil in a medium pot. Add lentils and bay leaf, cover, and simmer over low heat for 18 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, drain mung beans. Bring 2 cups salted water to a boil in a small pot. Add mung beans, cover, and simmer over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.

Bring 2 cups salted water and quinoa to a boil in a medium pot. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes or until all water has been absorbed. Remove from heat, cover, and let steam for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Place lemon juice, zest, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in the bottom of a large bowl. Drizzle in oil, whisking constantly until dressing is smooth. Add cooled lentils, mung beans, and quinoa; stir to combine.

Add cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, green onions, and parsley; stir to incorporate. Refrigerate for about 1 hour until cool. Taste and adjust salt, if necessary.