SPINACH AND LENTIL SALAD WITH OREGON BLUE CHEESE AND TART CHERRY VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan cover lentils with water by 2 inches and simmer until just tender but not falling apart, about 15 minutes. Drain lentils well in a sieve. Rinse lentils under cold running water to stop cooking and drain well. In a bowl toss lentils with 2 tablespoons vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. (Lentils may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring lentils to room temperature before proceeding.)
- In a skillet cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp and with tongs transfer to paper towels to drain. Crumble bacon.
- In cleaned saucepan heat 2 tablespoons oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook shallot, stirring, until golden brown. Stir in water, cherries, sugar, and remaining 5 tablespoons vinegar and simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by about half, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a slow stream until emulsified. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
- Add half of vinaigrette to lentils and toss well. In another bowl toss spinach with half of lentil mixture, half of bacon, half of cheese, remaining vinaigrette, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Divide remaining lentil mixture among 6 plates and top with spinach mixture. Sprinkle salads with remaining bacon and cheese.
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Shade Dragon
[email protected]This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste.
Samia Mussa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I still enjoyed this salad. The tart cherry vinaigrette is really good.
Edward Nkansah
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Md Sohed
[email protected]I highly recommend this salad. It's a great addition to any party or gathering.
Ivan Kolf
[email protected]This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Mary Alabi
[email protected]I love the tart cherry vinaigrette! It's the perfect dressing for this salad.
Teraji Mceachern
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner option.
kenan Omari
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
HB gaming
[email protected]Yum!
Ayesha Aa
[email protected]This salad is packed with flavor and texture. The lentils add a nice protein boost, and the blue cheese and tart cherry vinaigrette are the perfect finishing touch.
Annie Lewavatu
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Kashif Burger
[email protected]This salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of spinach, lentils, blue cheese, and tart cherry vinaigrette was unique and flavorful. I especially enjoyed the crunch of the walnuts and the sweetness of the dried cherries.