Beluga Lentil Salad

SERVINGS: 6

PREPARATION TIME 60’

INGREDIENTS

1. 500g beluga lentils
2. 1 medium onion, finely chopped
3. 2 carrots, grated
4. 1 celery stick, finely chopped
5. 1 cucumber, diced
6. 1 tomato, diced
7. ¼ bunch fresh coriander, finely chopped
8. 800 ml water
9. Juice of one lemon
10. White wine vinegar
11. Olive oil
12. Salt
13. Pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place a deep pot over medium-high heat and let it heat up. Add olive oil, the onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened.
2. Add the lentils and sauté them with the vegetables for 1 minute.
3. Deglaze with vinegar and let it evaporate.
4. Add the water, reduce the heat, and let the lentils simmer for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
5. When done, drain the lentils and let them cool in a colander.
6. Once cooled, place them in a large bowl, add the cucumber, tomato, lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, coriander, and season with salt and pepper.