Lentil Salad (RECIPE)

Lentil Salad (RECIPE)

Ingredients

For the salad

• 1 cup uncooked green lentils, rinsed well and picked over
• 3 cups water (or vegetable broth)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 English cucumber, finely diced
• 1 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeds removed, and finely diced
• 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional

Dressing

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (Use Laconiko)
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey or pure maple syrup
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

• 1. In a large saucepan, combine the lentils, water or broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over medium high heat and then turn to low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are soft, but still slightly firm. Do not overcook or the lentils will be mushy.

• 2. In a large saucepan, combine the lentils, water or broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over medium high heat and then turn to low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until lentils are soft, but still slightly firm. Do not overcook or the lentils will be mushy.

• 3. When the lentils are done cooking, use a colander to drain the lentils. Discard the bay leaf. Rinse quickly with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.

• 4. Add the cucumber, red pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, and feta cheese, if using, to the bowl. Stir. Drizzle with dressing and toss until well combined. Serve immediately or let sit for 30 minutes so the flavors can meld.

Enjoy!!

Servings : 6
Ready in : 15 Minutes
Course : Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish

Calories: 217kcal

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