Lentil Quinoa Salad with Dill

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1  1/2 cups lentils, canned, drained and rinsed
• 4 scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup dill, fresh, chopped

Directions

Prep

1. Chop scallions and dill

Make

1. Add quinoa and water to a small saucepot & bring to a boil
2. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed
3. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork
4. Add warm cooked quinoa to a mixing bowl with lentils, dill, and scallions
5. Add enough dressing to coat and serve warm or chilled

Dressing

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 Tbs red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 Tbs lemon zest
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste

Directions

Prep

1. Mince or press garlic

Make

1. Add all ingredients to a mason jar with a lid and shake to blend

Notes

Experiment with different combinations of grains, legumes, and herbs!