A full fiesta of color and flavor in one salad bowl. Clash fresh with tangy, crunchy with creamy in this heatwave-worthy summer salad, with a lentil base and a celery topping, married with some date and maple sweetness.
Ingredients for lentil salad:
Method of preparing the lentil salad:
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To cook the lentils: add 3/4 cup dry lentils with 3 cups salted water. Boil and then lower flame and cover for another 20-25 minutes.
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Let cool and mix with the rest of the ingredients in the serving bowl. Garnish with the celery leaves and serve.
Chef's Tip:
Make sure to cull the lentils and wash them twice before you cook or soak them. You can add grated cheese as a topping.
Source: Feasting at Home