Spinach & Lentil Salad with Pear – Lentils.org

Spinach & Lentil Salad with Pear

  By lentilsorg  

September 6, 2016

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  • Prep: 5 Minutes
  • Cook: 10 Minutes

  • 5 Minutes

    10 Minutes

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  • Yields: 4-6
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Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar, honey, mustard, and oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in lentils and onions and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, toss together spinach, pear, and seeds. Add lentil mixture and combine well.
  3. Portion the salad into bowls. Garnish with more seeds and optional cheese.

Dried cranberries and blueberries work beautifully in this salad.

Ingredients

1/4 cup (60 mL) cider or white vinegar

1 tsp (5 mL) honey

1 tsp (5 mL) mustard

2 Tbsp (30 mL) canola oil

to taste, salt and pepper

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) cooked green lentils

1/2 cup (125 mL) thinly sliced red onion

4 cups (1 L) packed baby spinach leaves

1 pear, cored and chopped

1/2 cup (125 mL) toasted pumpkin seeds (reserve some for garnish)

1/2 cup (125 mL) grated Swiss or crumbled blue cheese (optional)

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1/2 cup (125 mL)
Calories250
Sodium270 mg
Potassium312 mg
Protein13 g
Cholesterol15 mg
Sugar3 g
Total Fat15 g
Saturated Fat4.5 g
Total Carbohydrates16 g
Dietary Fiber6 g