Warm Lentil Salad With Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

WARM LENTIL SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Steps:

• In a small saucepan, combine the tomatoes with water to cover. Bring to a boil, remove the pan from the heat, and set aside.
• In a medium saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil.
• Add the lentils and boil, uncovered for 15 minutes.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and continue to boil for 10-15 minutes, until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape.
• Drain, transfer the lentils to a mixing bowl, and toss them with 1 tablespoon of the oil.
• In a heavy skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining oil.
• Add the onion, carrot, and celery, and cook, stirring often, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes longer.
• Stir the vegetables into the lentils.
• Drain the tomatoes, slice them into quarters.
• Add them to the lentil mixture.
• Season the salad with vinegar and add salt and pepper to taste.
• Garnish with chopped parley. Serve.

LENTILS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND FETA

Steps:

• In large pot of water, add 1 teaspoon salt and lentils. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients, except feta cheese.
• Drain and rinse lentils. Place in serving bowl. Add dressing and toss gently. Add feta and toss gently again. Serve.