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Organic Black Beluga Lentil Salad |
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Organic Black Beluga Lentils are tiny black lentils with a rich earthy flavour, soft texture and are very easy to cook. Their deep colour provides a striking contrast to coloured vegetables. They are great in soups & salads or served with pasta or rice.
Try this easy salad recipe. Ingredients 1 cup Organic Black Beluga Lentils 1 medium red onion (finely chopped) 75g feta cheese (finely chopped or crumbled) 1 red capsicum 1 tbls chopped rosemary 1 tbls chopped flat leaf parsley Salt & pepper to taste ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tbls slivered almonds (lightly roasted) ½ tsp Balsamic vinegar Method The ingredients are best prepared separately, then combined just before serving. Roast the capsicum using your favourite method, then chop finely. Meanwhile add the lentils to 2-3 cups of water in a saucepan, bring to the boil, reduce heat & simmer for 20 minutes or until soft. Drain any excess water, and set aside to cool. Once cooled, combine all ingredients above in a suitable bowl and mix thoroughly but gently.
This salad can be served on its own or with a plate of freshly roasted vegetables or meat of your choice. It can also be served on a large leaf of iceberg lettuce.
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