Exotic Green Lentil with Roasted Vegetable Salad

I came home to a very pleasant surprise from Foodbuzz and Crisco. Three bottles of olive oil were delivered to my doorstep. As a part of the Foodbuzz Tastemaker program, I received Crisco Pure Olive Oil, Crisco Light Olive Oil, and Crisco 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Green Lentil Salad, Roasted Vegetables, Fresh Mozzarella

I used Crisco EVOO to make a warm green lentil salad with roasted vegetables and fresh mozzarella.

Green Lentil Salad
From LA Times Test Kitchen
Serves 4
Ingredients

• 1 cup of French green lentils, rinsed
• 1 dried bay leaf
• 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
• kosher salt
• 1/2 cup of chopped roasted carrots*
• 2 chopped roasted shallots*
• 3 tbsp of extra-virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tbsp of fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp of lemon juice
• 1.5 tbsp of balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tbsp of dijon mustard
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup of chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 1/8 cup of packed sundried tomatoes, chopped
• 3oz fresh mozzarella, chopped

Recipe

1. Place lentils, bay leaf, garlic, 4 cups of water, and 1/2 tsp of salt in a medium pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain lentils well and discard water, bay leaf, and garlic. Transfer hot lentils to a large bowl. Add roasted chopped carrots and shallots.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, mustard, 1/8 tsp of salt and a pinch of pepper. Transfer dressing to the bowl of lentils and toss gently.
3. Add parsley, tomatoes, and mozzarella and toss again, gently, just to combine. Serve warm.

*Roast peeled carrots (cut into chunks) and peeled shallots in preheated 375F oven for 30 minutes until golden brown. Chop roasted vegetables.

Crisco Olive Oil
~ Crisco EVOO - bold and fruity flavor, presents a rich olive flavor in dishes. Ideal for salad dressings, marinades, and dips.
~ Crisco Pure Olive Oil - mild and smooth flavor, adds a hint of fruity olive flavor to meals. Ideal for sauteing meats and vegetables.
~ Crisco Light Olive Oil - extra mild in flavor, perfect for everyday cooking. Ideal for baking and all-purpose cooking oil.

Crisco Olive Oil (100% extra-virgin, pure, and light)

Thanks to Foodbuzz and Crisco!