Authentic French Lentil Salad Recipe | Simple & Flavorful

INGREDIENTS

1‑1/2 cups dried lentils, sorted, rinsed and drained* 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 4 green onions, finely chopped 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon olive oil 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon black pepper *Packages of dried lentils may contain dirt and tiny stones. Therefore, thoroughly rinse lentils, then sort through them and discard any unusual looking pieces.

PREPARATION:

1. Combine 2 quarts water and lentils in large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Drain lentils; discard liquid.
2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375°F. Spread walnuts in even layer on baking sheet. Bake 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on baking sheet.
3. Combine lentils, onions, vinegar, parsley, oil, salt, thyme and pepper in large bowl. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour or until cool.
4. Serve on lettuce leaves, if desired. Top with toasted walnuts before serving.

This recipe appears in: French NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 406 mg Protein 16 g Fiber 8 g Carbohydrate 34 g Saturated Fat 1 g Total Fat 8 g Calories from Fat 28 % Calories 264 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Starch 2 Meat 2