Lentils with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Onion and Fresh Herbs
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Lentils with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Onion and Fresh Herbs
Description
Sun-dried tomatoes are mixed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt to rehydrate and infuse them with tangy richness. Thinly sliced red onions are tossed with red wine vinegar and Maldon salt, lightly softening and mellowing their sharpness while still retaining crunch.
After boiling lentils until tender and draining thoroughly, they are mixed while warm with the onion mixture, olive oil, and crushed garlic. The salad is then cooled before gently folding in fresh chopped herbs such as parsley, chives, and dill, along with the balsamic-infused sun-dried tomatoes. This layering produces a textured combination of savory, tangy, and herbaceous flavors.
This dish can be served as a warm or cold salad, suitable as a side or light main meal. It pairs well with grilled meats or creamy cheeses.
Ingredients
- 10 sun-dried tomatoes pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- salt a generous pinch
- 1 red onion very thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maldon salt
- 1⅓ cup Puy lentils
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic crushed
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons chive chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Mix well until the tomatoes are covered with balsamic and olive oil. Set aside.
- In a large bowl place, the very thinly sliced red onion, pour over the red wine vinegar, and sprinkle with the Maldon salt. Stir and set aside.
- Place the lentils in a pan of boiling water and cook for 20 to 30 minutes or until tender. Drain in a sieve and make sure all the water is removed. Add to the onions while still warm. Add the 4-tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and black pepper. Stir to mix and let it cool down.
- Once cool add all the fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes with the balsamic and gently mix.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 458 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 458kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 242mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 21g | 84% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 294IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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