Lentil Salad

 

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 cups black or green lentils
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 sprigs thyme, finely chopped
• 1 bay leaf

Dressing

• 3 shallots peeled and thickly sliced
• 1/4 cup dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Put the lentils in a large pot and cover them with water, leaving an inch or so to spare.

2. Add the parsley, thyme and bay leaf, bring to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes, until the lentils are tender but not mushy.

4. While the lentils are simmering, combine the ingredients for the dressing and whisk briskly.

5. Drain water.

6. Toss the lentils with dressing and serve warm.