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Instructions
1
Cook the lentils.
2
Make the dressing by combining the lime juice, zest of lime, olive oil, cumin , coriander, honey, salt and pepper.
3
Combine the cooked lentils, crumble feta, pomegranate, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, chopped onion, chopped jalapeno and dressing.
4
Serve in lettuce wraps.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cook Lentils Al Dente 🫘Cook French lentils until just tender but still holding their shape (about 20-25 minutes), as overcooked lentils will become mushy and won't absorb the dressing properly.
- Dress While Still Warm 🌡️Toss the warm lentils with olive oil, lime juice, and spices immediately after cooking so they absorb the flavors deeply and develop a cohesive taste profile.
- Pomegranate Timing Strategy ⏰Add pomegranate arils just before serving to prevent them from releasing their juice into the salad, which can dilute the dressing and make the salad watery.
- Toast Your Spices First 🔥Lightly toast the coriander and cumin seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before grinding to unlock their aromatic oils and intensify the warm, complex flavors in your dressing.
- Feta Crumble Size Matters 🧀Crumble feta into medium-sized pieces (not too fine) so it remains distinct and creates pockets of creamy, salty texture rather than dissolving into the salad.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
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