Lentils And Mozzarella Caprese From 'Feast' Recipe

Name: Lentils And Mozzarella Caprese From 'Feast'
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (60 ml) plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 stalk celery, finely chopped; 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped; 1 cup (185 g) green or brown lentils, rinsed; Sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar; Handful assorted fresh herbs such as dill, chives, basil, or mint, finely chopped; Freshly ground pepper; 1 cup (510 g) fresh bocconcini mozzarella, torn, or mozzarella, sliced; Coarse sea salt for sprinkling; 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Servings: persons

1/4 cup (60 ml) plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 cup (185 g) green or brown lentils, rinsed
Sea salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Handful assorted fresh herbs such as dill, chives, basil, or mint, finely chopped
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup (510 g) fresh bocconcini mozzarella, torn, or mozzarella, sliced
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

1
Heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add the garlic, celery, and carrot and cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 6 minutes. Add the lentils, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until just soft, 30 to 35 minutes. Drain the lentils.
2
Meanwhile, pulse together the mustard, vinegar, and herbs in a food processor or blender, or whisk together by hand. Drizzle in the remaining 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil and pulse or whisk to bring together. Add 1/4 teaspoon sea salt and season with pepper. Taste and add more salt as needed.
3
Spoon the warm lentils onto plates. Top with the mozzarella and sprinkle the mozzarella with coarse sea salt. Top the lentils and mozzarella with the pine nuts and drizzle with the herb vinaigrette. Serve warm or at room temperature.

371

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup (60 ml) plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentils And Mozzarella Caprese From 'Feast' falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lentils And Mozzarella Caprese From 'Feast'

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