Lentil Salad

  • Lentil Salad

    Ingredients:

    1 ¼ cups dried lentils
    3 tbsp lemon juice
    1 tsp olive oil
    1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
    1/4 tsp Morton Lite Salt
    1/8 tsp coarsely ground pepper
    1 clove garlic, crushed
    1 1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes
    1 cup diced cucumber
    1/2 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
    1/3 cup thinly sliced celery


    Preparation:

    Place lentils in a large saucepan; add water to cover 2 inches above lentils, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
    Combine lemon juice and next 5 ingredients in a bowl; stir with a wire whisk until blended. Add lentils, tomatoes, and next 3 ingredients; toss gently to coat. Serve Chilled.

    Makes: 4 servings
    Serving size: ¼ recipe

    LA Exchange: 1 Protein, 1 Vegetable, ½ Dairy