Combine water and lentils in a large microwave safe bowl. Cover and cook on high for 5 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain well; transfer to a medium-size salad bowl with raisins, bell pepper and green onions. Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl; drizzle over lentils and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionlly. Stir in pecans just before serving.
Ingredients
Salad
- 11/2 Cups water
- 1 Cup red lentils
- 1 Cup California golden raisins
- 1/4 Cup chopped red bell peppers
- 1/4 Cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 Cup chopped, toasted pecans
Procedure
Dressing
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1/2 Teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper; to taste
Nutrition Facts Per Serving
Calories 230 (Calories from Fat 32%); Total Fat 9 ( Saturated Fat 1; Trans Fat 0; ); Cholesterol 0; Sodium 160; Potassium 393; Total Carbohydrate 34; Dietary Fiber 5; Sugars 17; Protein 7; Calcium 40; Iron 2;Try Another Recipe
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