Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1/2 cup green lentils (rinsed)
  • 3/4 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
  • 1/3 cup golden raisins
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh mint
  • 1 tsp grated lemon rind
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • Rinse lentils with cold water and cook according to the instructions on the packet, you should not need to pre-soak them. I used green lentils and they took about 20 minutes to cook. Once they are cooked, drain and allow to cool.
  • In a separate pan rinse the quinoa and cook according to the instructions on the packet, it usually takes about 15-20 minutes. Once cooked remove from the heat and fluff with a fork, if the water has been measured correctly then the quinoa should have absorbed it all.
  • Combine green lentils, quinoa, tomatoes, raisins, onion, cucumber, parsley and mint into a large bowl that you can serve it from.
  • Mix together the lemon rind, lemon juice and olive oil and pour over salad and toss well.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve chilled.