FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE

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Great side dish. French lentils (also called puy lentils) have a wonderful earthy flavor. You can't substitute regular green/brown lentils. They are expensive but usually affordable at your local food co-op. Goat cheese has a creamier texture than feta. I like to add grape tomatoes.

Provided by DEBMCE4

Categories     Salad     Beans     Lentil Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup French green lentils
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
⅓ cup chopped fresh chives
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup crumbled chevre (goat cheese)
½ cup quartered grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine sherry vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and minced garlic in a jar with a lid and shake until blended. Set aside.
  • Place lentils, chicken broth, water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are just tender to the bite, about 20 minutes. Do not overcook. Remove from heat, drain, and cool for at least 30 minutes. Transfer cooled lentils to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the dressing, chives, and cilantro; mix well. If you're serving the salad immediately, add the goat cheese and tomatoes. If you're preparing the recipe ahead of time, refrigerate the salad and add the goat cheese and tomatoes just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 533.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Robbany Khan
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aminathi Matiwane
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so well-balanced. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ramisha Shikdar
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day. The flavors had really melded together and the lentils were even more tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


junaid jam
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the goat cheese adds a nice creamy texture. The vinaigrette is also really tasty and adds a nice pop of flavor.


Alix Safi
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family. The lentils are always cooked perfectly and the vinaigrette is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Anik Preena
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This salad is amazing! The lentils are cooked perfectly and the flavors are so well-balanced. The goat cheese adds a nice tangy touch and the vinaigrette is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abisoye Owe
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I made this salad for lunch and it was the perfect light and refreshing meal. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the goat cheese added a nice creamy texture. I'll definitely be making this again!


Prince Sajid
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some cooked lentils in the fridge and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. It's healthy and delicious!


Bakhtiaralam Alakozay
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients but the flavors really shine through. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the vinaigrette is perfectly balanced.


Maida Gonzalez
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This salad was easy to make and turned out great! I used a mix of green and brown lentils and it worked perfectly. The vinaigrette was also really tasty and added a nice pop of flavor.


Mahmoud Elafandy
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind! The combination of lentils, goat cheese, and vinaigrette was delicious and I found myself going back for seconds. Will definitely be making this again.


KIPTOO BRIAN
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the lentils were cooked perfectly. Definitely a keeper recipe!


british of yardale
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This lentil salad is incredible! The flavors and textures all come together perfectly, and the goat cheese adds a creamy, tangy touch that really takes it to the next level. I highly recommend trying this recipe!