Lentil Tomato And Red Pepper Salad With Cilantro

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Lentil Tomato And Red Pepper Salad With Cilantro is a beautiful and visually appealing dish because it is so colorful. It is also just a flavorful with the earthy taste of the lentils, sweetness of the red pepper and unique punch of the cilantro.

Lentil Tomato And Red Pepper Salad With Cilantro

Shopping List
green or red lentils
water 
bay leaf 
kosher salt 
clove garlic
olive oil
red bell pepper
tomatoes
green onions
lime 
fresh cilantro 

Equipment 
large saucepan 
medium sauté pan 
small bowl 
whisk 
colander 

Lentil Tomato And Red Pepper Salad With Cilantro

Instructions:
In a large saucepan, add the lentils, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, bay leaf and crushed garlic clove. Measure enough water to cover the lentils in the pan by two inches. Bring to a boil over high heat and then cover and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. 
 
Next, prepare the remainder of the ingredients. In a medium sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over high heat. When it’s hot, add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add the chopped bell peppers and diced tomatoes, and sauté until the peppers become tender, 5 minutes.  
 
Remove the sauté pan from the heat. Stir the green onions into the tomato and pepper mixture. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and cilantro. 
 
When the lentils are done, remove the bay leaf and crushed garlic. Drain the lentils and then toss them with the vegetables in the sauté pan. Drizzle the cilantro vinaigrette over the salad a little at a time, tasting as you go. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

Enjoy Lentil Tomato And Red Pepper Salad With Cilantro!

Goes great with grilled recipes like Salmon Kababs.

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Sarah is known for her extra fancy yeast breads, melt in your mouth pies, and everything salads. She has won awards as a home cook, and is passionate about helping others feel smarter in the kitchen. Sarah is the cooking genius of the sister duo.

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