How To Make Puy Lentils, Tomatoes & Feta | Waitrose

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Goat cheese is lower in fat and offers a tangy flavor.

puy lentils

💰Cheaper: green lentils

Green lentils are more widely available and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is cost-effective and has a neutral flavor.

cherry tomatoes

💰Cheaper: regular tomatoes

Regular tomatoes are often cheaper and can be diced.

Cut plum tomatoes in half lengthways and place them on a baking sheet.

Season tomatoes with black pepper, sea salt, garlic, dried oregano, and drizzle with olive oil.

Roast tomatoes in a preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes until succulent.

Cover puy lentils with cold water in a pan, bring to a boil, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes until just tender.

Cut green beans in half and cook in boiling water for a couple of minutes until tender.

Make a dressing by mixing 2 teaspoons of olive oil with 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, adding a little pepper and salt, and whisking until emulsified.

Drain the lentils and green beans.

Combine roasted tomatoes, lentils, green beans, and olives in a bowl.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Finish with crumbled feta cheese on top and serve warm or at room temperature.

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