Moroccan Puy Lentil Salad Recipes

MOROCCAN LENTIL SALAD (HEALTHY)

Steps:

• Pick over lentils to remove any stones and rinse well.
• Stick one onion half with the cloves.
• In a large saucepan, combine water, lentils and the onion stuck with the cloves.
• Bring to a boil over medium heat.
• Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Discard onion.
• Drain lentils and let cool slightly.
• In a bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, mint, cumin, coriander, salt and garlic.
• Add lentils and toss to mix.
• Finely chop the remaining onion half and add to the lentils along with the roasted peppers.
• Chill at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
• Serve at room temperature or chilled.

MOROCCAN PUY LENTIL SALAD

Steps:

• 1. For the dressing, blend the mustard, spices and honey in a food processor, until very smooth. 2. Gradually add the vinegar, then, with the motor running, add the oil and rosewater slowly to emulsify. 3. Add mint and parsley, season well. Set aside. 4. Stir the courgettes and the oil together in a mixing bowl until the courgettes are coated. 5. Preheat a griddle pan over a medium-high heat. Add the courgettes and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly softened. Set aside on kitchen paper to cool. 6. For the salad, add the griddled courgettes and the remaining salad ingredients into a bowl. 7. To serve, add dressing to taste.