Lentil Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 Cups dried lentils
• 1/4 Cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 small can mandarin oranges, drained
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 Cup raisins
• 1/3 Cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 small carrot, grated
• 1 small red or yellow bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or minced green onion
• 2 teaspoons fresh mint

Procedure:

1. Cook lentils according to package directions until tender, about 30 minutes.
2. Drain, rinse in cold water to stop the cooking process and drain again.
3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
4. Can be served at room temperature or chilled