Cherry-Lentil Salad
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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup dried green french lentils
  • 5 cup water
  • 2 tablespoon red-wine vinegar, plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 bunch scallions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cup fresh cherries (about 1 pound), pitted and halved
  • 1 cup chopped basil
Directions
  1. Combine the lentils and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, partially covered, until just tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, scallions, salt, and pepper. Add the warm lentils and toss until coated. Let cool to room temperature and refrigerate if not serving immediately. Toss with the cherries and basil just before serving. Season with more salt or vinegar, to taste.