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Healthy Warm Lentil Salad

Posted on December 5, 2008 by healthy-chef

The vitamin C in the tomatoes and broccoli helps the body absorb iron from the lentils.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 200 g puy lentils
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp grainy mustard
• 300 g broccoli, divided into small florets
• sea salt
• 200 g feta cheese, cut into small cubes
• 200 g cherry tomatoes, cut in half

1. Place the lentils and garlic in a large pan with plenty of water. Cook for 30 to 35 minutes or until the lentils are soft. Whisk together the vinegar, olive oil and mustard.
2. Meanwhile cook the broccoli in boiling, salted water until just tender. Drain well.
3. Drain the lentils, discarding the garlic and transfer to a warm serving bowl. Add the cheese, broccoli and tomatoes. Stir in the dressing. Serve immediately with crusty bread.