MIDDLE EASTERN SALAD

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups small French lentils
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin, toasted
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped mint
2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
3 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Simmer the lentils in 4 cups of water until barely tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool. Add half the lemon juice. Toss well and set aside.
  • Put the olive oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the cumin and the turmeric, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add the Tabasco, the salt and the remaining lemon juice and stir this into the lentils. Stir carefully to avoid getting a big mushy mess. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and some pepper if you choose. Gently stir in the mint, dill and scallions, arrange on a large platter and serve at room temperature buffet style.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 313, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 202 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Esther Maclaire
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This salad was a waste of time and ingredients. I wouldn't recommend it.


Anaya Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my salad didn't turn out as good as the picture. I'm not sure what went wrong.


RAna Kamran
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This salad was a bit too bland for me. I think it needed more seasoning.


Ayanda Dolly
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I'm not sure about this salad. The flavors are a bit too strong for my taste.


David karuri
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This salad is perfect for a party or potluck.


Moin Khichi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Azmat Hafeez
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This salad is so flavorful. The dressing is amazing.


PK Kicker
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I love the crunch of the vegetables in this salad. It's so satisfying.


A.J The Mad Gamer
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect dish for a hot summer day.


Updy Kany
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's just a few fresh ingredients tossed together with a simple dressing, but the result is amazing.


Manolis Xagorarakis
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some odds and ends in my fridge and they all came together perfectly in this dish.


Rachid GHOST-R
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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation. I'll definitely be making it again for my next gathering.


Awais Naveed
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the textures are so interesting. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sahadat Hossen
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make, healthy, and absolutely delicious. I've already made it twice this week and my family loves it.


Sushila Sharma
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I love the vibrant colors of this salad! It's so inviting and makes me want to dig in right away. The dressing is perfectly balanced, not too heavy or too light.


Aftab Rahii123
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This Middle Eastern salad was a delightful journey of flavors. The combination of fresh herbs, tangy dressing, and crunchy vegetables created a refreshing and satisfying dish. I highly recommend it for a light lunch or as part of a mezze platter.


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