Lentil Salad with Spinach, Pecans, and Cheddar

Name: Lentil Salad with Spinach, Pecans, and Cheddar
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 bay leaf; 1 carrot, halved; 113 grams aged cheddar cheese; 1 clove garlic; 1 teaspoons fresh-ground black pepper; 552 milliliters pound lentils (about; 118 milliliters olive oil; 1 small onion, halved; 79 milliliters pecans; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 liters 1/2 pounds spinach, stems removed, leaves washed well (about; 4 Tbsps red- or white-wine vinegar

Lentil Salad with Spinach, Pecans, and Cheddar might be just the side dish you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free and vegetarian recipe has 1018 calories, 61g of protein, and 47g of fat per serving. This recipe covers 75% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up fresh-ground pepper, olive oil, lentils, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

In a medium pot, combine the lentils, onion, carrot, garlic, bay leaf, and enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, until the lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.

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Bay Leaves

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Garlic

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Water

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Drain; discard the onion, carrot, garlic, and bay leaf.

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In a small frying pan, toast the pecans over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Or toast them in a 350 oven for 5 to 10 minutes. Chop them.

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Toast

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In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper.

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Add the oil slowly, whisking.

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Shred half the spinach and put in a large glass or stainless-steel bowl.

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Spinach

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Add the hot lentils and toss with half the dressing, the remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss the mixture gently until the spinach wilts.

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Spinach

Vinegar

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Toss the remaining spinach into the remaining dressing and put on plates. Top with the lentil mixture and the toasted pecans. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the cheese over the top.

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Spinach

Cheese

Lentils

Pecans

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Wine Recommendation: This salad, with its lentils and rich cheddar, can easily stand up to a fruity red wine. A petite sirah's roasted-berry flavors make it just right for the part.

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