Best 7 French Lentil Salad With Goat Cheese And Roasted Radishes Recipes

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If you're looking for a healthy, refreshing, and flavorful salad to enjoy for lunch or dinner, then french lentil salad with goat cheese and roasted radishes is the perfect dish for you. This simple, yet elegant salad combines the earthy flavors of lentils, the tanginess of goat cheese, and the slightly spicy flavor of roasted radishes for a truly unique and delicious eating experience. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to impress your friends and family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD



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French Lentil Salad is a lovely and delicious way to ring in spring! With radishes, young green beans and baby lettuces, it's perfect for that first dinner on the patio!

Provided by By: Carol | From A Chef's Kitchen

Categories     Side Dishes - Salads

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt
1 cup green lentils
6 slices bacon (sliced into strips or chopped)
1/2 pound green beans (preferably young green beans such as haricot verts, trimmed and cut into 1 to 2-inch pieces)
8-10 radishes (thinly sliced)
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives (or Nicoise)
2-3 cups frisee lettuce (torn)
1 small shallot (peeled and minced)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil (plus 1 tablespoon)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lentils and cook on high for 25 minutes or until lentils are tender but not falling apart.
  • While the lentils are boiling, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-line plate to drain.
  • When the lentils have about a minute or two to go, add the green beans. Drain in a sieve or colander and cool under cold tap water. Drain well then transfer to a large bowl. Add the radishes and olives.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients together in a bowl. Pour over lentils and vegetables as needed and stir. (You may not need all the dressing as you don't want it soggy.)
  • TO SERVE: Place frisee lettuce in a large serving bowl. Top with lentil mixture and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 376 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 235 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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This hearty lentil salad is perfect for a light dinner or a wholesome on-the-go lunch.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 as a side dish, 2 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup French green lentils (or common brown or green lentils)
3 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 large carrot, finely diced
2 ribs celery, finely diced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from one lemon
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, best quality such as Lucini or Colavita
3 ounces goat cheese

Steps:

  • Before cooking the lentils, make sure you rinse them well and pick over them to remove any small rocks or debris. Combine lentils, chicken broth and bay leaf in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then turn heat down and simmer until lentils are tender, 25-30 minutes for French green lentils or 20-25 minutes for common brown or green lentils. Remove bay leaf, strain and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine all remaining ingredients except goat cheese. Add cooled lentils and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer salad to serving dish, crumble goat cheese over top and serve.
  • Note: When preparing this recipe, be sure to build in at least 10 minutes to cool the lentils after they have cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432, Fat 21g, Carbohydrate 40g, Protein 21g, SaturatedFat 6g, Sugar 7g, Fiber 16g, Sodium 675mg, Cholesterol 15mg

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND ROASTED RADISHES



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Spicy radishes are mellowed by roasting, and they keep their vibrant color and become juicy bites in this lentil and arugula salad. A shallot vinaigrette further accentuates their flavor and gives an extra boost of deliciousness to the lentils.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bunches radishes (7 1/2 ounces each), larger radishes halved
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 shallot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 1/2 cups cooked French green lentils (from 1 cup dry lentils), warm or cooled
1/4 cup roasted salted almonds, roughly chopped
3 cups baby arugula
Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the radishes with 2 tablespoons of the oil on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast until golden brown and just tender, 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them once halfway through the cooking time.
  • Whisk the shallot, garlic, thyme leaves, Dijon mustard and vinegar together in a small bowl. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the 1/3 cup of oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Put the roasted radishes, cooked lentils, almonds and dressing in a large bowl and toss to combine. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator and up to overnight.
  • Before serving, toss the lentil mixture with the baby arugula. Serve at room temperature topped with the lemon zest and crumbled goat cheese.

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD



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Lentils are simmered with aromatics until tender and flavorful, then tossed with toasted almonds, shredded red cabbage, fresh herbs, and a lively lemon dressing in this make-ahead salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, finely diced
1 carrot, finely diced
1 stalk celery, finely diced
1 cup French green lentils, rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
1/2 cup toasted almonds, roughly chopped (optional)
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup torn fresh herbs, such as flat-leaf parsley, tarragon, basil, and/or mint

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add onion, carrot, and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 6 minutes. Add lentils and cover with 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and season with salt and pepper. Let cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together remaining oil, lemon juice, and red-pepper flakes. Season with salt. Add lentils, almonds (if using), cabbage, and herbs and toss to combine. Lentil salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Great side dish. French lentils (also called puy lentils) have a wonderful earthy flavor. You can't substitute regular green/brown lentils. They are expensive but usually affordable at your local food co-op. Goat cheese has a creamier texture than feta. I like to add grape tomatoes.

Provided by DEBMCE4

Categories     Lentil Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup French green lentils
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
⅓ cup chopped fresh chives
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup crumbled chevre (goat cheese)
½ cup quartered grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine sherry vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and minced garlic in a jar with a lid and shake until blended. Set aside.
  • Place lentils, chicken broth, water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are just tender to the bite, about 20 minutes. Do not overcook. Remove from heat, drain, and cool for at least 30 minutes. Transfer cooled lentils to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the dressing, chives, and cilantro; mix well. If you're serving the salad immediately, add the goat cheese and tomatoes. If you're preparing the recipe ahead of time, refrigerate the salad and add the goat cheese and tomatoes just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 533.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



French Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese image

Great side dish. French lentils (also called puy lentils) have a wonderful earthy flavor. You can't substitute regular green/brown lentils. They are expensive but usually affordable at your local food co-op. Goat cheese has a creamier texture than feta. I like to add grape tomatoes.

Provided by DEBMCE4

Categories     Lentil Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup French green lentils
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup water
⅓ cup chopped fresh chives
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup crumbled chevre (goat cheese)
½ cup quartered grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine sherry vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and minced garlic in a jar with a lid and shake until blended. Set aside.
  • Place lentils, chicken broth, water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are just tender to the bite, about 20 minutes. Do not overcook. Remove from heat, drain, and cool for at least 30 minutes. Transfer cooled lentils to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in the dressing, chives, and cilantro; mix well. If you're serving the salad immediately, add the goat cheese and tomatoes. If you're preparing the recipe ahead of time, refrigerate the salad and add the goat cheese and tomatoes just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 533.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

WARM LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Hearty lentils and tangy goat cheese pair perfectly in this healthy side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup green lentils (4.75 ounces)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 shallots, thinly sliced crosswise and separated into rings
1 carrot, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons balsamic or sherry vinegar
6 ounces spinach, stemmed and coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces fresh goat cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Add lentils, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add shallots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Add carrot, celery, and bell pepper; continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes more. Stir in parsley, vinegar, and remaining tablespoon oil. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Drain lentils, and add to bowl with vegetables. Stir in spinach, and season with salt and black pepper. Crumble goat cheese into bowl, and toss gently to combine.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, seasonal vegetables and good-quality cheese will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Roast the radishes: Roasting the radishes intensifies their flavor and gives them a slightly caramelized exterior.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salad warm or at room temperature: This will help the flavors of the roasted radishes and goat cheese to shine through.
  • Top with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill, will add a pop of color and flavor to your salad.

Conclusion:

This French lentil salad with goat cheese and roasted radishes is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe, give this one a try.

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