WARM LENTIL AND SMOKED PORK BELLY SALAD
For this recipe, you really do need to use French lentils. Ordinary brown supermarket lentils can be fine for soup, but for a good lentil salad, you want those beautiful little imported gray-green lentilles du Puy. If you must, reasonable substitutes include: the black so-called Beluga lentils or the tiny Castelluccio lentils from Umbria in Italy. These lentils keep their shape when cooked and have a firm, nutty texture that holds up in a vinaigrette. They cost more, but their superior flavor makes them worth it. Indulge.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories salads and dressings
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Put the pork belly or bacon in a pot with one of the onion halves stuck with a clove, 2 small thyme branches and the carrot. Cover with a quart of water and simmer gently until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Turn off heat and keep warm in liquid.
- Meanwhile, put the lentils in a pan. Add the other .5 onion stuck with a clove, 2 small thyme branches and the bay leaf. Add 4 cups water and a little salt. Simmer gently over medium heat until firm-tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain (discard onion, thyme and bay leaf) and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in their skins in well-salted water until done, about 15 minutes. Drain and keep warm.
- Make the vinaigrette: Macerate the shallot in the red wine vinegar for 5 minutes in a small bowl. Add the garlic, Dijon mustard and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil to make a thick sauce. Stir in the chopped capers and cornichons. Just before serving, stir in .25 cup scallions and .5 cup parsley.
- To serve, dress the lentils with half the vinaigrette, then transfer to a platter or serving bowl. Slice the pork belly crosswise into .25-inch slices (save the broth for soup) and arrange over the lentils. Cut the potatoes lengthwise and arrange, cut-side up, around the platter. Spoon the remaining vinaigrette over the sliced meat and potatoes. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon each scallions and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 508, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 489 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Shadraker Trevourtaylor
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner.
Semanda Geofrey
[email protected]This salad is delicious and easy to make.
Mark Grier
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit!
polas jj
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover smoked pork belly.
Sam Prince
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad.
kiwanuka Gerald JazDube
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner.
Zoo House
[email protected]This salad is delicious and easy to make.
Khursed Sha
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit!
Nikolai
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover smoked pork belly. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
graan pashteen
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The smoked pork belly was also very good.
Ghulam Hussain chandio
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The lentils and smoked pork belly add a nice protein boost, and the dressing is very flavorful.
rony rone
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover smoked pork belly, and the lentils and vegetables make it a hearty and satisfying meal.
Arbin Alamin
[email protected]This salad is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of lentils, smoked pork belly, and roasted vegetables. The dressing is also very good.
Feyisa Beriso
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors are well-balanced and the salad is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Louise Harty
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover smoked pork belly. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The lentils are a good source of protein and fiber, and the roasted vegetables are packed with vitamins and minerals. The dres
Emmanuel Domotey
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lentils, but this salad changed my mind. The lentils were cooked perfectly and had a great texture. The smoked pork belly was also delicious and added a nice depth of flavor. The roasted vegetables were a great addition and adde
Lillie Phillips
[email protected]This salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The lentils are hearty and filling, while the smoked pork belly adds a smoky, salty flavor. The roasted vegetables are perfectly tender and flavorful, and the dressing is light and tangy