Salata Adas Garlicky Lentil Salad Food

TURKISH LENTIL SALAD (ADAS SALATASI)

Steps:

• Cook lentils over medium heat simmer covered 20-30 minute Do not overcook, drain and rinse with cold water.
• Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat, add onion and cook until translucent, add garlic & cumin, cook another minute.
• Place lentils in a large bowl, add onions, cumin & stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper.
• Set aside for at least 30 minutes.
• Garnish with tomatoes, olives, cheese or cucumbers.

SALATA ADAS (GARLICKY LEBANESE LENTIL SALAD)

Steps:

• Bring lentils and 3 cups water to a boil in a 2-qt saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until lentils are tender, about 35 minutes. Drain lentils and set aside.
• Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until soft, 7-8 minutes. Remove pan from heat and whisk in remaining oil, lemon juice, cumin, and allspice.
• Pour the garlic mixture over lentils. Add onion, parsley and mint and season the lentils with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve lentils at room temperature.

TURKISH LENTIL SALAD (ADAS SALATASI)

Steps:

• 1. Place the lentils and water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until cooked through. Do not over cook. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• 2. Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until just translucent. Add the garlic and cumin and saute for another 1 or 2 minutes.
• 3. Place the lentils in a large bowl and add the onions and garlic. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marry.
• 4. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Place the lentil salad in a serving bowl and garnish with tomatoes, eggs, black olives, and cheese. Serve at room temperature.

SALATA

Steps:

• In a mortar and pestle, crush the garlic. Add the pepper and salt and continue mashing until mixture becomes a thick paste. Transfer to a jar along with the lemon juice and canola oil. Shake well.
• In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, tomatoes and onion. Just before serving, add the cheese and just enough dressing to coat. (There will be extra dressing, but it keeps well.) Toss well.