![]() Lentils are one of the yummiest sources of folate (also know as folic acid) – just one cup of cooked lentils provides you with almost 90% of your daily recommended intake! And why is folate so important? You’ve probably heard about this vital vitamin in regards to pregnancy, as it is critical in the prevention of birth defects. You can find these lovely legumes at any quality grocery store, natural food, or health food store, just make sure they say Du Puy – otherwise they are a French lentil knockoff. ![]() Du Puy lentils work better in salads than in soups and stews because they tend to be a little more robust, and when cooked properly, they will retain just a little tooth. Green, brown, and red lentils are great in soups because they are soft, mushy, and tend to fall apart, but those would be less-than-perfect choices for a sophisticated salad. Du Puy lentils are quite a bit smaller than green or brown lentils, and are revered for their ability to retain their shape after being cooked. The star of the show is the delectable “Du Puy” lentil, sometimes referred to as “the poor man’s caviar”. I should also mention that this salad is the perfect picnic / travel salad, as it transports well and is a superb make-ahead meal – ten times tastier the day after! It keeps in the fridge very well for 2-3 days. It is this special combination of flavours that creates a truly remarkable salad that is lip-smackingly tasty and totally addictive. The ingredient list may seem a little long, but after closer inspection you’ll notice that it is mostly just spices, ten of them to be exact. ![]() The flavours of this dish are totally outstanding, yet unexpected. The Best Lentil Salad, Ever is no exception. She also purchases very high quality ingredients, and is not afraid to experiment in the kitchen – two qualities I admire very much. This dish was first served to me by my fabulous friend Mia who is a phenomenal cook in her own right, and I love going to her house to eat because she has such a beautiful understanding of how to make healthy food taste amazing. I love it so much in fact, it’s being served at my wedding in August. With picnic season in full swing here, I suddenly realized that I’ve been keeping this unbelievable salad recipe all to myself! This dish is probably one of the most-cooked meals in my household, and in my opinion, the only lentil salad recipe you will ever need. I can’t believe that I haven’t posted this recipe for The Best Lentil Salad, Ever before.
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