LENTIL AND COUSCOUS SALAD

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This is great for a picnic or barbecue. Use the indigo lentils that they sell in bulk containers at Wild Oats, Whole Foods type markets if you can find them. Recipe was originally in the Boston Globe many years ago but I've changed it a bit over the years.

Provided by Cookie16

Categories     Lentil

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup red onion, chopped finely
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup lentils
5 cups water
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup couscous
4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
4 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
3 scallions, white and light green part only, sliced thin
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine red onion, lemon juice and vinegar in large bowl with a pinch of salt.
  • Put lentils and 4 cups of water in pot and bring to boil then simmer for 20 minutes or til lentils are soft.
  • Take off heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Drain and add to onion mixture along with the 1/3 cup of olive oil.
  • Toss well.
  • Bring 1 cup of water to boil, add couscous, take off heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff up the couscous by raking with a fork and adding slowly the 1 T of olive oil. Try to get rid of the clumps.
  • Add the couscous to the lentil mixture along with the parsley, mint and scallions.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.5, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 10.9, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 5.4

Tiffnie Gross
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This salad is a staple in my kitchen. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Faye Ziyanda
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I love the flexibility of this recipe. I've used different types of lentils and vegetables, and it always turns out great.


Abu Musa
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This salad is perfect for meal prep. It's easy to make ahead of time and it keeps well in the fridge.


Evan Webb
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Md. Naim Islam
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I've been making this salad for years and it never gets old. It's a healthy and delicious way to use up leftover lentils and couscous.


Audra Dennis
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This is my go-to salad for potlucks and picnics. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lily Boulware
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I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing and the lentils are cooked perfectly.


Mlondi Sithole
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. It's also very filling and flavorful.


Samee Azad
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Easy to make and delicious! I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Shazaib Hingoro
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This salad exceeded my expectations! It's incredibly flavorful and satisfying. The lentils and couscous cook perfectly, and the vegetables add a nice crunch.


Abigail okojie
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Loved this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover lentils and couscous. The flavors are well-balanced and the salad is very filling.


Raez
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This salad is a burst of flavors and textures! The lentils add a hearty bite, the couscous a fluffy base, and the veggies a refreshing crunch. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, tying all the elements together perfectly.


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