Prosciutto And Goat Cheese Bruschetta With Black Lentils

Serves: 3

Jewel Boehm

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

41

Spice

43

Sweetness

44

Sourness

38

mins

Prep time (avg)

4.7

Difficulty

Ingredients:

3 sprigs

Thyme (divided)

1 tbsp

Honey

1 medium

Red Onion

Directions:

1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F

2

On a sheet tray lay out the slices of bread and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil

3

Turn each piece over and drizzle again so both sides have some oil on them

4

Toast in the hot oven for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly crispy but without color

5

While it is still hot, gently rub each slice on one side with a garlic clove then set aside

6

Layer each slice of toast with 2 to 3 slices of goat cheese, a twisted piece of prosciutto and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil

7

Put tray of bruschetta back into the oven and heat until cheese is melted, prosciutto is crispy and bread is golden brown, about 2 minutes

8

Place the lentils in a large saucepan and cover with 2 times the amount of water

9

Add thyme sprig and season with salt

10

Bring to a simmer and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until they are soft and tender

11

They should not be falling apart

12

Salt, to taste, then drain any remaining liquid

13

Set aside

14

Make the honey balsamic vinaigrette by combining the vinegar and honey while you drizzle in the 1/4 cup olive oil whisking to combine

15

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper

16

In a large saute pan heat a 2 count amount of olive oil over medium heat and add the garlic and red onion

17

Cook until tender and slightly translucent then add the honey balsamic vinaigrette to the onions

18

In a large mixing bowl add about half of the lentils, washed spinach and the caramelized onions

19

Toss to coat and season with salt and pepper, to taste

20

To serve, lay the prosciutto and goat cheese toast on a plate and serve with warm honey-balsamic spinach salad over the top

21

Garnish with more lentils