Balsamic Lentil Salad
Source: MT Harvest of the Month and Polson School District: Destination Delish
Yield: 6 Servings
Cost/Serving: $0.82
Ingredients:
2 2/3 cups lentils, cooked
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 small cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp maple syrup
1/2 clove garlic, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the lentils, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, and parsley
- Combine all the dressing ingredients (vinegar, oil, mustard, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and pepper) In a blender and mix until smooth. Alternatively, whisk the dressing Ingredients together in a bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving