MARINATED LENTIL SALAD WITH CREAMY GOAT CHEESE AND RIPE TOMATOES

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Marinated Lentil Salad with Creamy Goat Cheese and Ripe Tomatoes image

Categories     Bread     Salad     Cheese     Tomato     Marinate     Lunch     Goat Cheese     Lentil     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound brown lentils
1/4 medium yellow onion, stuck with 2 cloves
1 bay leaf
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
Salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint and/or basil
Pepper
1/2 cup fresh goat cheese, such as Capriole or other good-quality domestic chèvre, blended with 1 tablespoon heavy cream or half-and-half
Sliced ripe tomatoes, as desired
Mint or basil sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the lentils in a 2-quart saucepan with the yellow onion and bay leaf and cover with about 4 cups of cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until lentils are tender but not mushy, 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove the lentils from the heat and pour into a colander. Run warm water over them to rinse off the sludge. Shake off any excess water, then turn the lentils into a bowl, and immediately add the red onion, vinegar, olive oil, and some salt. Stir gently with a spatula, then add the garlic, cumin, and mint. Season with salt and pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes, then taste again and adjust the acidity (adding more oil or vinegar as desired) and salt and pepper.
  • Place about 1/2 cup dressed lentils on each plate, then add a spoonful or two of goat cheese and some sliced tomatoes. Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, and season with salt and a grind of black pepper. A mint or basil sprig in the center makes a pretty garnish.

Kamado Nezuko
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Aiah Sheku
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This salad is a great base recipe. I like to add different ingredients to it, such as avocado, cucumber, or roasted vegetables.


Maria Badal Cheda
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The lentils were a bit too al dente for my taste. I would recommend cooking them for a few minutes longer.


Sodiq opeyemi Ayomide
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more herbs or spices to the dressing.


Ranjan Thuyaju
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This salad is a little too tangy for my taste. I would recommend using less lemon juice in the dressing.


Brandon Graham
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I'm allergic to goat cheese, so I used feta cheese instead. It was still delicious!


Shandy Bonneau
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This salad is a great way to use up summer tomatoes.


Chaima Raja
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I love the鮮やか colors of this salad. It's so inviting and makes me want to dig in.


Erfan Omid
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber.


Shane Hirvi
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The goat cheese and tomatoes really balance out the lentils.


Pratik Beast Gaming
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a great make-ahead dish, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Paul Lekhwaba
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


from the dark world to the light
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the contrast between the lentils and the goat cheese.


Micheal Whitecotton
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.


A Anoosh
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This marinated lentil salad is a delightful dish! The combination of lentils, creamy goat cheese, and ripe tomatoes is perfect. I especially loved the tangy dressing, which really brought all the flavors together.