Beluga Black Lentil Salad

Name: Beluga Black Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 cups Beluga black lentils, rinsed and drained; 3 tbsp. butter (substitute vegetable oil); 1 tsp. curry powder; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper, or to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns); 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (substitute vegetable broth); 1 can (15 oz.) garbanzo beans aka chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup red peppers, seeded and diced; 1/2 cup Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced; 1/3 cup green onions, thinly sliced; 1 large avocado, pitted, peeled and diced; 1 tbsp. fresh chopped parsley, for garnish; 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses (see Recipe); 2 tbsp. olive oil; 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice

Author: Francine Lizotte

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Posted on Oct 10th, 2018

by Francine Lizotte

When we were visiting Seattle, a few years ago, I saw a bag of black beluga lentils and right away, I thought about making a nice salad with them. I know that lentils are very good 💚 for us and are a great legume to add to our diet. Being the oldest cultivated crop in the world, they’re rich in protein, vitamins and minerals. Lentils are also high in fiber and low in calories.

After giving some thought to the dish, I came up with my Beluga Black Lentil Salad! With a hint of spice, this is a great salad 🥗 to enjoy. It has lovely fresh ingredients in it to make you feel even more “healthy”. Also another plus with lentils is that a small amount makes you feel full so you don’t need to eat much to feel satisfied… you’ve got to love that!

Here’s a quick food fact. The “beluga” name comes from the resemblance between the bead shape and the caviar it’s named after. Unlike its other dried counterparts, lentils don’t need pre-soaking plus they cook much quicker ⏳ than other legumes which makes them an excellent choice for a quick and easy dish to prepare.

In my Beluga Black Lentil Salad recipe, I added some more legumes; chickpeas aka garbanzo. “Why” -, you ask? Actually, David suggested it to me and it was a good idea 💡. It brings more color to the dish. Like I always say, the recipe is just a guideline for what you can add, substitute or dismiss. Try to make recipes to fit what you and your family enjoys. I also add a key ingredient, my Pomegranate Molasses! This condiment is fabulous and everyone should have it on hand in their kitchen…

The next time you come across these spherical black lens shaped legumes, grab a bag and make this fabulous and healthy Beluga Black Lentil Salad for your family 👨‍👧‍👦. I’m positive that this flavorful side dish will become one of your favorites!
Bon Appétit🍽

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