Curried Lentil Salad

3 cups Water
1 1/2 cups French or brown lentils
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups spinach or lettuce, roughly chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped

Dressing:
1 T. curry powder
2 T. red wine or balsamic vinegar
2 T. olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

1. Cover the lentils with water, bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are soft (Take care not to let them get too soft and mushy). Remove from heat, drain, rinse and set aside to cool.

2. Put the cooled lentils in a large bowl and add the onion, tomatoes, spinach and herbs. Toss gently.

3. Whisk together the curry powder, vinegar and oil. Pour over the salad and toss gently. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Makes 4 servings

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user WUNDRGRRRL.