Green Lentil Salad

Green Lentil Salad

Ingredients

¼ Cup (60 mL) finely chopped parsley

1 garlic clove, grated

1 shallot, minced

1 Tbsp. vinegar

2 Tbsp. grapeseed oil

2 Cups (500 mL) cooked green lentils

2 Cups (500 mL) spinach leaves

2 medium carrots, shredded

2 medium celery stalks, sliced thinly

1 red bell pepper, diced

Instructions

In small bowl, combine parsley, garlic, shallot, vinegar and oil. Stir until well combined.

In large serving bowl. Combine all remaining ingredients. Add dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

How to cook lentils: Bring 2 Cups (500 mL) water to a boil. Add 1 Cup (250 mL) dried green lentils, turn down heat and simmer for 25 or 30 minutes. Do not add salt as it will toughen lentils. Drain and allow to cool.

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