Article: Green Lentil & Pomegranate Molasses Salad
Green Lentil & Pomegranate Molasses Salad
Green Lentil & Pomegranate Molasses Salad
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Servings
4 - 6
Prep Time
20 minutes
Calories
314
This salad is a really clever mix of different seasonings. The pomegranate molasses makes all the difference. Great for lunch or dinner
Vegetarian. Gluten free.
Ingredients
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700g drained green lentils
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140g drained & chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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80g pomegranate seeds
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3 peppers, mixed colours, finely chopped
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1 Onion
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30g walnuts roughly chopped
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60g parmesan cheese flakes
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2 Tbsp pomegranate molasses
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2 cloves of garlic, crushed
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35g of fresh flat-leaf parsley
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20g fresh mint, stems removed and roughly chopped
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1 lemon, zest and juice
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2 Tbsp Olive Oil
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1 - 2 tsp best quality sea-salt (eg: Maldon)
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Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Rinse the lentils in a colander under cold running water, taking care not to mush them. Set aside to drain well.
- Make the salad dressing and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan. Saute the onion and garlic for 3 minutes.
- Add the peppers and cook for another 5 minutes, until softened but still crunchy. Set aside to cool.
- While the vegetables are cooking, cut the drained sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces using kitchen scissors.
- Place everything in a large bowl and add the dressing and gently toss to combine.
Recipe Note
Vegetarian. Gluten free.
Nutrition
Serving Size
1
Calories 314,
Fat
15 grams,
Carbs
28 grams,
Fiber
12 grams,
Protein
14 grams
