Ingredients
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2 cups lentils (rinsed)
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4 cups water
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1 red onion (chopped)
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3 garlic cloves (minced)
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2 teaspoons cumin
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1 -2 lemon (juiced-to taste)
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1/4 cup parsley (minced)
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salt & freshly ground black pepper
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2 tomatoes (seeded and diced)
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10 -15 black olives
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1/4 cup feta cheese
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1/2 cup cucumber (seeded & diced0 (optional)
Instructions
- Cook lentils over medium heat simmer covered 20-30 minute Do not overcook, drain and rinse with cold water.
- Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat, add onion and cook until translucent, add garlic & cumin, cook another minute.
- Place lentils in a large bowl, add onions, cumin & stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper.
- Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with tomatoes, olives, cheese or cucumbers.