Ensalada De Lentejas (Lentil Salad)

Serves: 5

Ally Shanahan

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

59

Spice

49

Sweetness

39

Sourness

42

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.5

Difficulty

Ingredients:

2 tbsps

Lemon Juice

1 tsp

Salt

Directions:

1

Place the shallots in a small bowl

2

Add the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, and chile

3

Let stand while you cook the lentils

4

In a large saucepan, combine the lentils with enough water to cover by 2 or 3 inches

5

Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower the heat so that the water is just simmering

6

Partially cover and cook for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the lentils are tender but still hold their shape

7

Drain well in a sieve and transfer to a serving bowl with the salt, pepper, and olive oil

8

Add the shallot/chile mixture and toss again gently

9

Let the salad stand at room temperature for 30 minutes so that the flavors can marry, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve