Ensalada de lentejas con pollo

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers similar acidity with a different flavor.

Rinse lentils under cold water until clear.

Combine lentils and bay leaf in a pot with water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender.

Drain lentils and remove bay leaf; let cool.

Chop red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and carrot into small pieces.

Halve cherry tomatoes and chop parsley finely.

In a large bowl, combine lentils, chopped vegetables, and parsley.

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Let salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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