Marinated Lentils this was my last nights dinner. Hope you like it

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Marinated Lentils

 

1 cup dried lentils green or brownish color

2 cups vegetable broth

1 carrot, finely chopped

1 small onion, finely chopped

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1 bay leaf

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

2 Tbs chopped fresh parsley

1 medium shallot, finely chopped

Light Vinaigrette Dressing (recipe below)

Lettuce leaves

2 Tbs chopped fresh chives

 

Combine the lentils, broth, carrot, onion, thyme, bay leaf,salt, and pepper in a

saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce the heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, 30 to 45 minutes. Drain

the lentils and transfer to a mixing bowl, toss the bay leaf, add the parsley,

shallot, and vinaigrette dressing and toss to combine thoroughly. Cover and

marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve on a bed

of lettuce leaves, and sprinkle

with fresh chives just prior to serving.

 

Light Vinaigrette Dressing

 

2 tsp Dijon style mustard

2 Tbs red wine vinegar

2 Tbs olive oil

1/4 cup water

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

 

Using a whisk, hand held blender or blender, combine all ingredients until

smooth.

 

 

 

 

 

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