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Lentil Salad with Garlic Blossoms
Ingredients
| Lentils | 4½ cups | 2.2 lbs |
|---|---|---|
| Celery, finely chopped | 1 2/3 cups | 400 ml |
| Green onion, finely chopped | 1 1/3 cups | 300 ml |
| Lean ham, finely chopped | ½ lbs | |
| Lemon juice | 1 lemon | |
| Salt and pepper | to taste | |
| Vinegar | 2 tbsp + 2 tsp | 40 ml |
| Mayonnaise | ½ cup | 125 ml |
| Olive oil | ¼ cup + 1 tbsp | 75 ml |
| Tarragon and chervil | to taste | |
| Garlic blossoms | 1 tbsp + 1 tsp | 20 ml |
Method
Place lentils in a saucepan, add enough water to cover and cook until done. Drain and dry in a slightly warmed oven. In a bowl, mix the celery, green onion, ham and lentils. In a separate bowl, combine the lemon juice, salt, pepper and vinegar. Whisk together until the salt has dissolved. Slowly add the mayonnaise and oil, stirring constantly, then add the chopped tarragon and chervil. Add to the lentil mixture and season to taste. Fold in garlic blossoms before serving.
Makes 10 to 12 servings
Source: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (www.ats.agr.gc.ca/eu/recipes_e.htm)