Rice and Lentil Salad

This Rice and Lentil Salad, a main course or a quick lunch, at less than a dollar per serving!
Preparation 10 minutes
Cooking 20 minutes
Portions 5
Food storage 3 days in the fridge. Can’t be frozen.
Salade Riz Lentille Olo

Recipe: Illustrated version

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Ingredients

  • 175 ml (¾ cup) uncooked rice (or 500 ml (2 cups) of leftover cooked rice)
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  • 20 ml (4 tsp) dried parsley
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) apple cider vinegar
  • 15 ml (1 tbsp) mustard
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) canola oil
  • 1 can (540 ml) lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 3 celery sticks, finely chopped (about 375 ml (1½ cups))
  • 250 ml (1 cup) raisins, chopped
  • 250 ml (1 cup) cheddar cheese, diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

 

Preparation

  1. In a small pot, cook the rice as indicated on the package. Tip: Use the cooking time to cut and measure the ingredients and go to step 2.
  2. In a large bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the minced garlic, dried parsley, apple cider vinegar and mustard. Add the oil and mix with a whisk or a fork. Set aside.
  3. When the rice is cooked, pour it into a strainer and run under cold water to cool it down.
  4. Add the rice, lentils, celery, raisins and cheddar cheese cubes to the bowl containing the dressing. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix and serve.

 

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