LENTIL SALAD WITH MINT AND FETA

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Categories     Salad     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Feta     Mint     Lentil     Chill     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cup lentils
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
1 garlic clove, pressed
2 tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1 small red or yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 green onions
7 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place lentils in heavy large saucepan. Cover lentils with 4 inches of water. Season water with salt. Boil until lentils are just tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Cool slightly.
  • Combine oil, vinegar, mint and garlic in large bowl. Add warm lentils; toss well. Refrigerate until well chilled. (Lentils can be prepared 1 day ahead.)
  • Add tomatoes, bell pepper and green onions to lentils. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle feta over lentils.

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