Recipe: Lentil Salad with Lemon Dressing (using celery and tomatoes)

LENTIL SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING

2 cups dried lentils
FOR THE LEMON DRESSING:
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 clove garlic mashed
FOR THE SALAD:
1/2 cup diced celery
2 whole red ripe tomatoes chopped

Wash lentils and boil in a quart of water until barely tender, about 30 minutes. Drain.

Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil. Beat in Italian seasoning and garlic.

While warm, toss the lentils with the Lemon Dressing. Cool to room temperature.

Add celery and tomatoes. Serve immediately or chill and serve cold.

Makes 6 servings
From: SueA, CA