SPICY RED LENTIL SALAD WITH PICKLED VEGETABLES
Steps:
- For the lentils: Set a large saucepan over high heat. Add the lentils and toast in the dry pan until they just turn in color a little (this will give the finished lentils a little texture), 20 to 30 seconds. Add 3 1/2 cups water, the cumin, red pepper flakes, bay leaf and some salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the lentils are tender and all the liquid has been absorbed, about 12 minutes. Pour the lentils out onto a flat platter in a thin layer so they cool faster and don't get too soft. Cool in the refrigerator for 5 minutes.
- For the salad: Drain the giardiniera, reserving 1 tablespoon of the pickling juice, and roughly chop. Wash the arugula and dry well.
- For the vinaigrette: In a large mixing bowl, make a quick vinaigrette by combining the reserved pickling juice with the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, and some salt and pepper. While whisking, add the olive oil to emulsify.
- Assemble the salad in a large bowl by folding the giardiniera in with the lentils. Dress lightly with the vinaigrette and serve immediately over the arugula.
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Renaldo900gamer
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some leftover lentils from a soup I made earlier in the week and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. The salad was flavorful and filling, and it was a great way to get some extra
AESTHETIC GURL
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually make it with brown lentils, but I've also made it with green lentils and it's just as good.
Melitta MacQueen
[email protected]This salad is a great way to meal prep for the week. I made a big batch of it on the weekend and I've been eating it for lunch all week. It's a great way to get a healthy and satisfying meal on the go.
Muhammad Bilal Hassan
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegan recipes and this salad is a great one. It's packed with protein and fiber and it's really flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
LMV Flores
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover roasted vegetables from dinner and I added them to this salad. It was a great way to use up the leftovers and the salad was delicious.
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[email protected]I'm a big fan of spicy food and this salad definitely has a kick to it. The dressing is flavorful and the lentils are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.
Lasidu Umayanga
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids love the pickled vegetables and they don't even realize they're eating lentils.
Luke Anderson
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The lentils are earthy, the pickled vegetables are tangy, and the dressing is sweet and spicy. It's a really well-balanced salad.
Md Alawddni
[email protected]This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also a good source of vitamins and minerals. I feel good about eating this salad.
Nejla Basyigit
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook lentils and this salad is a great one. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the dressing is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Kristen Davis
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and eat it for lunch throughout the week. It's also a great salad to take to potlucks or picnics.
Oliver Musgrave
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I usually make it with brown lentils, but I've also made it with green lentils and it's just as good.
Franshall Jones
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I had some leftover lentils from a soup I made earlier in the week and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. The salad was flavorful and filling, and it was a great way to get some extra
Ali Hassan cheema
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this salad was really good. The dressing was flavorful and the lentils were cooked just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
KONAIN SHAH
[email protected]This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the pickled vegetables added a nice crunch and tang. I will definitely be making this again.