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Lemony Lentil Salad

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This salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck brunch.

357 calories; 20 g protein; 11 g fat; 48 g carb; 18 g fiber.

Read about the health benefits of lentils.

Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients

Serves 4

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 cups lentils
3/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
2 orange, red, or yellow (or a mix) bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch dices
4 scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

In a medium saucepan of boiling salted water, cook lentils until crisp-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water to stop further cooking, and drain again.
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, oil, mustard, and tarragon. Add drained lentils, bell peppers, and scallions; season well with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

From Body+Soul, September 2006