Couscous, Lentil and Mixed Green Salad with Garlic Dijon Vinaigrette

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   For the salad:

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   Bring 1 1/4 cups water or vegetable broth to a boil in a small saucepan.

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   Add couscous, cover, remove from the heat and let stand until the liquid is absorbed, 5 minutes.

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   Put 2 1/2 cups water and lentils in another saucepan.

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   Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook until just tender, 15 to 25 minutes.

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   (Brown lentil should be cooked longer.)

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   Be careful not to overcook the lentils otherwise they will fall apart in the salad.

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   Drain any excess water and let cool for 10 minutes.

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   If mixed green leaves are too big, tear into bite-size pieces.

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    Toss mixed greens with 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette in a large bowl, then divide evenly among 4 large serving plates.

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    In the same bowl, combine the couscous and lentils with another 1/4 cup vinaigrette, divide the mixture among the plates.

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    Top each salad with diced cucumber, halved tomatoes and crumbled feta, drizzling each with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.