Red Lentil Salad

1 cup dried red lentils
5 cups water
1 medium diced tomato
1/2 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
1/2 cup cooked bulger
1 medium carrot diced
1/2 cup red onion finely diced
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
2 minced garlic cloves
1-2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (2 if you like sweeter dressing)
1 tsp dried thyme
sea salt and pepper to taste

Bring water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Rinse under cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl to cool

Meanwhile in a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, vinegar, thyme, and salt and pepper. Shake well and set aside

In a large bowl combine lentils, tomato, parsley, bulgar, carrots and red onion. Pour the dressing on top and gently stir until evenly coated. Place in refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

Serving Size: makes about 5 cups

Number of Servings: 2

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user VANCE17.