This Easy French Lentil Salad is simple, filling, loaded with fiber and protein.
Every time we go camping, I bring this salad along. It can usually keep 2 to 3 days in a cooler or in the refrigerator and is a great source of protein since I am not big meat eater.
I recommend using my "Creamy and Light Salad dressing" to go with this protein-rich salad. When it comes to salad, it's all in the dressing! So make sure to adjust it to your taste. I like to add plenty of garlic and black pepper, and very little vinegar unless I use Maille Dijon mustard.
Enjoy!
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1/ Cook lentils in boiling water according to instructions on the package. Don't overcook them, so if it says to cook between 20 and 25 minutes, go for 20 minutes.
2/ Drain lentils and let them cool down in a large bowl for about 1 hour.
3/ Once lentils are cooled, add parsley, garlic, shallots, and Salad Dressing. Mix well, then add salt and pepper to taste.
4/ Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour, so that flavors have time to develop.
Bon appétit !
Whenever you use beans, lentils, or vegetables from a can, make sure to rince them well to remove some of the sodium in it. That is especially important if you are trying to lower your blood pressure.
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