This lentil salad with figs and fresh herbs invites you to discover the flavors of Lebanon while remaining naturally gluten-free. Rich in nutrients, this salad offers a light, healthy and balanced dish, perfect for a starter or a quick meal. Simple to make and original, this recipe uses ingredients that you wouldn't have thought of mixing, but which ultimately create a harmony of tastes, colors and textures. To try for your next culinary trip!

Lentil, fig and fresh herb salad, Lebanon

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Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4

Author: Gluten Escape Cooking method: Ninja Foodi, Traditional

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 g dry green lentils (failing that, a can of lentils)

• 6 fresh figs, cut into quarters

• 1 finely chopped red onion

• A handful of chopped fresh parsley

• A handful of chopped fresh mint

• 100 g cherry tomatoes, cut in half

• 50 g crushed walnuts (optional, for extra crunch)

• For the vinaigrette

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice

• 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional for a little sweetness)

• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. Cook the lentils: Rinse the lentils under cold water, then cook them in a large pot of boiling water for 20 to 25 minutes, until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain them and let them cool. You can also cook them in the Ninja Foodi, 6 minutes at Low pressure, with 600 ml of water.
2. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, cider vinegar (or lemon juice), honey (if using), salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Assemble the salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled lentils, fig wedges, red onion, cherry tomatoes, parsley and mint. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. Add the walnuts: For a crunchy touch, add the chopped walnuts on top just before serving.
5. Serve: Arrange the salad on a serving platter or in individual bowls. This salad is even better when lightly chilled for 15 minutes before devouring.

Note

You can serve the salad with crumbled feta for an even more complete salad.

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