LENTIL, TOMATO, AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

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Nice change of pace salad, perfect year-round, but especially nice for summer pot-lucks and cookouts, as there's no mayo to spoil. You could tweak this recipe quite a lot and add different spices to get a whole new recipe. This could work as both a main meal or as a side dish, depending on your preference.

Provided by Lizzie-Babette

Categories Cheese

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 cup lentils (I use brown)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 bunch green onion, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/3 cups diced peeled cucumbers
2/3 cup diced plum tomato (seed if you like)
1/3 cup finely-chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
3 cloves minced garlic
6 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, chilled for easier crumbling (like Montrachet)
1/4 cup lightly-toasted walnuts or 1/4 cup pine nuts, with 2 t reserved for garnish (optional)

Steps:

Cook lentils in medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 25 minutes, and drain well.
Whisk together in a large bowl vinegar, green onions and mustard in large bowl.
Gradually whisk in oil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add lentils and let stand until cool.
When cool, add cucumber, tomatoes, onion, dill, parsley and garlic to lentil mix.
Season again with salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and chill about 1 hour.
Just before serving, crumble goat cheese over salad and mix gently to combine.
If using lightly-toasted nuts, sprinkle over salad and gently mix in, reserving 2 T to garnish on the top.

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Md Poran

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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very flavorful and satisfying.

Sacad Ahmed

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I've made this salad several times and it never disappoints. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.

Blessed Martinez

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This is one of my favorite salads. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.

Davis0253 davis

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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.

Roger Gonzalez

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also very healthy and filling.

Patience Okeke

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The goat cheese was too strong for me. I would use a milder cheese next time.

Tamara Bell

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I found the lentils to be a bit too crunchy. I would cook them for a little longer next time.

Jiten Xardar

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This salad is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more spices or herbs next time.

Lisa Pos

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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the dressing was delicious.

Rora Maro

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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The lentils add a nice hearty texture, and the tomatoes and goat cheese are a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this salad again.

Donna Heremaia

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also very healthy and filling. I love that it's a no-cook salad, so it's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.