beluga lentils

The perfect Autumn salad! This lentil Kale Salad with Parmesan has tons of al-dente cooked lentils, Tuscan kale, plump golden raisins, pepitas, and it's drizzled with a simple red wine vinaigrette. Perfect as a main course or a side salad!

Autumn Lentil Kale Salad with Parmesan

golden raisins

red wine vinegar

Tuscan kale*

lemon juice

olive oil

honey (or maple syrup)

salt and pepper

pepitas

beluga lentils*

parmesan cheese (optional)

soak: add the raisins and the red wine vinegar...

soak: add the raisins and the red wine vinegar to a small bowl, let the raisins soak for 10-15 minutes while you clean and chop the kale.

dressing: remove the golden raisins to a small...

dressing: remove the golden raisins to a small bowl using a slotted spoon. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and salt and pepper to the vinegar and use a whisk to combine. Alternately, you can add the dressing to a mason jar and shake until the dressing thickens.

salad: Place the kale in a large bowl, dress...

salad: Place the kale in a large bowl, dress the salad and toss. Add the lentils, golden raisins, pepitas, and parmesan cheese as desired. Give it a taste and adjust salt and pepper as desired.

This striking salad is made with black beluga lentils, chopped kale, and pomegranate arils for a festive color scheme. It&#039;s finished with creamy goat cheese and a simple red wine vinaigrette. Serve this delicious salad for a holiday lunch or dinner!

Black Lentil Salad with Kale and Pomegranate

black lentils (or 2 x 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed)

lacinato kale (can sub curly kale)

pomegranate arils

goat cheese crumbles (more to taste)

onion

tbsp red wine vinegar

maple syrup (can sub honey)

Dijon mustard

If you are using dry lentils instead of canned, cook them according to package instructions to yield ~3.5 cups.

Combine the black lentils, chopped kale, and pomegranate arils in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the minced red onion, olive oil, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss until coated. Sprinkle in the goat cheese crumbles and gently mix until combined. Enjoy!

The cooking instructions for most lentils are relatively the same. The main difference is simply the amount of time to cook them.

How to cook lentils

dry lentils

water broth

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Tiny, black, and dense, black lentils–also known as beluga lentils–are named for the caviar they amazingly resemble. They are inexpensive, easy to cook, and delicious.

Black Beluga Lentils

Learn how to cook black lentils on the stove top or in an Instant Pot with this easy recipe. Black Lentils are a healthy and delicious plant based protein. Serve them as a side dish, added to a salad or as the perfect base for a bowl.

Black Lentils

black lentils

vegetable broth

water

thyme (or oregano)

garlic powder

Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan on the stove and bring to a simmer.

Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Drain any excess liquid, then serve.

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