Vegan Beluga Lentil Broccoli Salad

Recipe by Cook's Hideout

Beluga Lentil Broccoli Salad is a protein packed and fiber rich dish that is hearty and delicious. This salad is great to serve as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black Beluga Lentils, soaked in water for 8 hours
• 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 cups Broccoli (cut into florets)
• to taste Salt & Pepper
• ¼ cup sliced almonds
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tsp agave nectar
• 2 tsp dijon mustard

Method

1. Drain and rinse the lentils. Place them in a medium saucepan along with 2cups water. Bring the water to a boil; lower the heat and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 15~18 minutes.
2. Drain any extra water from the lentils and place them in a mixing bowl.
3. Steam the broccoli until tender and add to the lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the thinly sliced red onion. Mix well.
4. Whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing.
5. Stir in the dressing into the lentil mixture, mix well. Sprinkle with sliced almonds and serve warm or at room temperature.

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