French lentil salad

I have to start this post by saying I'm waaaaaay late to the party on this one. In the blogosphere, there are recipes that seem to turn up everywhere you go - whether browsing Pinterest, or in blog comments, google searches and elsewhere. This My New Roots recipe is one of them, as it is indeed a classic in every way.

A Classic French Lentil Salad with Puy lentils, carrots, shallots and fresh herbs, drizzled with a Dijon vinaigrette.

A lentil salad made with French lentils, vegetables and herbs and zesty dressing for a healthy, hearty dish packed with fresh flavors.

It's easy to make this unique variety of lentils taste incredible! This French lentil salad features a Dijon dressing, shallots, goat cheese and fresh mint.

Ina Garten’s Lentil Salad features French green Le Puy lentils, carrots, leek, and a zesty dressing made with Dijon mustard and red wine vinegar. This easy recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Lentils are an important a staple in other cultures around the world, but I feel like they get a bad rap stateside. Many Americans deem lentils mushy, brown, unappealing and overly healthy..."hippie" food basically. I'm here to advocate for the humble lentil! They are delicious, budget friendly and really nutritious. However, they need to be prepared with care and awareness. While readily available brown and green lentils are tasty in stews and veggie burgers, you should consider exploring…

This French lentil salad with arugula and cashew cheese is an elegant meal for lunch or dinner that is loaded with protein and fabulous flavor.

This vegan French lentil salad is packed with fresh vegetables, chopped dates and a flavorful orange cumin vinaigrette. It's perfect for a protein-packed, plant-based, quick and easy meal.

Made with sturdy lentils du Puy and a simple Dijon vinaigrette, David Lebovitz's lentil salad doesn't stray far from expected flavors. But each bite sings in perfect harmony with the next, making this dish a perfect template for experimentation.

I have to start this post by saying I'm waaaaaay late to the party on this one. In the blogosphere, there are recipes that seem to turn up everywhere you go - whether browsing Pinterest, or in blog comments, google searches and elsewhere. This My New Roots recipe is one of them, as it is indeed a classic in every way.

Creamy French lentils are dressed simply with a tangy red-wine and Dijon-mustard vinaigrette, minced shallots, carrot and curly parsley.

Healthy and refreshing, this easy lentil salad combines green lentils, sweet onion, crunchy celery and carrots, herbs and spices, and a simple yet bright vinaigrette. It’s a satisfying and flavor-packed weekday lunch or side dish!

This warm lentil salad with dijon vinaigrette is a healthy, nutritious, and filling meal that is both cozy and warm. French green lentils cook in a rice cooker, giving them a perfectly creamy texture with the slightest bite. The warm lentils are tossed with an easy dijon and balsamic vinaigrette. Add bacon, capers, and fresh herbs, then serve warm. You've never enjoyed a lentil salad like this before! #wellseasonedstudio #lentil #lentilsalad #lentils #greenlentils #greenlentilsalad #...

My favorite lentil salad recipe is made with cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, onion, fresh mint and a zippy lemon dressing. Super simple to make, and so light and refreshing!

For happy wallets and heavy plates.

This earthy, delicious salad (which happens to be vegan!) is lovely served either warm or room-temperature – and that makes it a perfect make-ahead dish. One of the many reasons I love lentils is that they cook more quickly than most dried legumes – usually about 20 minutes, sometimes a little more (it depends on the lentils). For this salad, cook them until they're tender, but not mushy. The best lentils for this dish are green ones, especially French green lentils. The best of these, from…

Recipe video above. Lentils can be so dull. Trust the French to make them exciting!! Lentil Ragout is a classic French way of cooking lentils. Aromatics are sautéed before simmering Puy Lentils in stock so they absorb the flavour. It's an outstanding side dish that's easy to make, the perfect side for any protein.Or just do as I do and eat a whole bowl of this for lunch!

Toasted walnuts and fresh goat cheese make this classic French Lentil Salad a special treat!