Lentil Salad

Name: Lentil Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 cup French green lentils, rinsed; 3 cups water; 2 shallots, minced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 carrot, finely diced; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 2 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; to taste black pepper

A French-inspired salad of firm green lentils tossed with shallots, Dijon mustard vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. Earthy, protein-rich, and satisfying at any temperature.

35 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup French green lentils, rinsed
3 cups water
2 shallots, minced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 carrot, finely diced
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
to taste black pepper

Instructions

1

Combine 1 cup rinsed French green lentils and 3 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20-25 minutes until tender. Drain and cool slightly.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper to taste.
3

Add the warm lentils to the dressing and toss to coat.
4

Stir in 2 minced shallots, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 finely diced carrot.
5

Fold in 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, taste, and adjust seasoning.
6

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Lentil Salad?

As written, 35 minutes: 10 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (25 minutes): "Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 20-25 minutes until tender."

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Lentil Salad?

The entry for Lentil Salad calls for 2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Is Lentil Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Lentil Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the Dijon.

How many calories are in Lentil Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 310 calories, with 16 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 7 g fiber and 380 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Lentil Salad ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. The base of Lentil Salad is lentils, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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