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Lentil Salad with Fresh Mint & Cheese Recipe

Lentil Salad with Fresh Mint & Cheese Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 cup dry lentils , french green-variety, washed , picked over to remove debris
1 tsp bay leaf
1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped
3 tbsp mint leaves, fresh, coarsely chopped
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
2 oz goat cheese , semi-soft, crumbled (1/4 cup)

Directions:

Place lentils in a medium saucepan and pour over enough water to cover lentils by 2 to 3 inches.
Add bay leaves and set pan over high heat; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium and partially cover pan; simmer until lentils are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Drain lentils; discard bay leaves and transfer lentils to a large bowl.
While lentils are still warm, stir in onion and mint; season to taste with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle cheese over salad just before serving; serve warm or chilled.
***Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.
***If you add the cheese while the lentils are still hot, it will melt and be tasted but not be visible.
***Turn this side dish into a complete meal by adding 1/2 pound of cooked medium shrimp or 2 cups of diced cooked chicken.
***For a nice flavor change, swap fresh parsley for the mint leaves.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	984.45 Kcal (4122 kJ)
Calories from fat	201.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	22.4g	34%
Cholesterol	59.54mg	20%
Sodium	804.25mg	34%
Potassium	2183.23mg	46%
Total Carbs	125.19g	42%
Sugars	6.58g	26%
Dietary Fiber	65.06g	260%
Protein	68g	136%
Vitamin C	24.1mg	40%
Vitamin A	2.2mg	74%
Iron	283.2mg	1573%
Calcium	720.9mg	72%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	293.19 Kcal (1228 kJ)
Calories from fat	60.03 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.67g	34%
Cholesterol	17.73mg	20%
Sodium	239.52mg	34%
Potassium	650.21mg	46%
Total Carbs	37.28g	42%
Sugars	1.96g	26%
Dietary Fiber	19.38g	260%
Protein	20.25g	136%
Vitamin C	7.2mg	40%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	74%
Iron	84.3mg	1573%
Calcium	214.7mg	72%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

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savory
bitter
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