Recipe: Marinated Lentil Salad

I hope you like this, I've never tried it. Let me know if it's good.

Marinated Lentil Salad

1/2 lb. lentils
2 quarts water
1 bay leaf
1 whole garlic clove, peeled
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1 cup finely chopped red or green bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup shredded carrot
4 T. fresh lemon juice
1/2 t. soy sauce
1 t. dijon mustard
1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper

Clean the lentils and place them in a large pot. Add the water, bay leaf, and garlic. Heat to boiling, turn the heat off, and let stand for 30 minutes. Drain. Remove the bay leaf and garlic. Place the lentils in a large bowl.

Add the scallion, bell pepper, parsley, and carrot. Mix well. Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Blend thoroughly. Pour over the lentil mixture and tos well. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Variation: This is also delicious made with fresh dill instead of, or in addition to, the parsley. Use 1-2 tablespoons, minced.