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.

Liam Smithson
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the roasted radishes added a nice crunch. The goat cheese and dressing were also very good. I would definitely make this salad again.


Bipersh Mogumdar
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This salad was delicious! The lentils were tender and flavorful, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and the roasted radishes were crispy and slightly bitter. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, with a hint of sweetness. I will


Shmels melaku Mengesha
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, and it didn't overpower th


Ibrahim Abdikarim
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This salad was a great way to use up some leftover lentils. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, and it did


Me We
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the roasted radishes added a nice crunch. The goat cheese and dressing were also very good. I would definitely make this salad again.


tj _ dinkdink
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This salad was delicious! The lentils were tender and flavorful, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and the roasted radishes were crispy and slightly bitter. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, with a hint of sweetness. I will


Rumu Chy
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but this salad was surprisingly good. The lentils were cooked well and had a nice bite to them. The goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was ligh


hamidreza seyfi
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the roasted radishes added a nice crunch. The goat cheese and dressing were also very good. I would definitely make this salad again.


kenga broker
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, and it didn't overpower th


Robert Otieno
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I made this salad for lunch and it was perfect! The lentils were tender and flavorful, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and the roasted radishes were crispy and slightly bitter. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy, with a hin


GAZI SAYED
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This salad was delicious! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the roasted radishes added a nice crunch. The goat cheese and dressing were also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Randell Thinn
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I'm a big fan of lentils, and this salad was a great way to enjoy them. The lentils were tender and flavorful, and the goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tangy


Sandesh Tmg
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a picnic and it was a big hit. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the roasted radishes added a nice crunch. The goat cheese and dressing were also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Lucky Paulgoodluck
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I followed the recipe exactly, and my salad turned out great! The lentils were tender and flavorful, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and the roasted radishes were crispy and slightly bitter. The dressing was also very good - it was light and tan


Vandana Bishnu Bhagat103
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. The lentils were cooked well, but they didn't have much flavor. The goat cheese and roasted radishes were also a bit bland. I think this salad would have been better with a more flavorful dressing. Maybe a


baliddawa ivan
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the combination of lentils, goat cheese, and roasted radishes. The dressing is also very good - it's light and tangy, and it doesn't overpower the other ingredients. This salad is


Andrew Raphaelite
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This salad was easy to make and turned out great! I used canned lentils to save time, and they worked just fine. I also added a bit of chopped fresh parsley to the dressing for extra flavor. The salad was a hit with my family, and even my picky kids


Jeysin Byaruhanga
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I'm not usually a fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a nice bite to them. The goat cheese and roasted radishes added a nice touch of flavor and texture. The dressing was also very good - it was l


Md Reyas
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This French lentil salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The lentils were tender and flavorful, the goat cheese added a creamy tang, and the roasted radishes were a crispy, slightly bitter complement. I