Moroccan Puy Lentil Salad Recipe

Name: Moroccan Puy Lentil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the dressing:; 100g/31/2oz wholegrain mustard; 1 tbsp of ground coriander; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp of rosewater; 75ml/3fl oz white wine vinegar; 200ml/7fl oz olive oil; 75g/23/4oz honey; handful chopped mint; handful of chopped flat leaf parsley; salt and freshly ground black pepper; For the salad:; 300g/101/2oz Puy lentils, cooked according to the packet instructions; 4 courgettes, cut into 1cm/1/2in thick rounds; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 red peppers, diced; 75g/23/4oz raisins, soaked in apple juice; 75g/23/4oz pine nuts, toasted; handful of watercress; 75g/23/4oz chopped dates

Servings: persons

For the dressing:
100g/31/2oz wholegrain mustard
1 tbsp of ground coriander
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp of rosewater
75ml/3fl oz white wine vinegar
200ml/7fl oz olive oil
75g/23/4oz honey
handful chopped mint
handful of chopped flat leaf parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the salad:
300g/101/2oz Puy lentils, cooked according to the packet instructions
4 courgettes, cut into 1cm/1/2in thick rounds
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 red peppers, diced
75g/23/4oz raisins, soaked in apple juice
75g/23/4oz pine nuts, toasted
handful of watercress
75g/23/4oz chopped dates

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1. For the dressing, blend the mustard, spices and honey in a food processor, until very smooth.
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2. Gradually add the vinegar, then, with the motor running, add the oil and rosewater slowly to emulsify.
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3. Add mint and parsley, season well. Set aside.
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4. Stir the courgettes and the oil together in a mixing bowl until the courgettes are coated.
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5. Preheat a griddle pan over a medium-high heat. Add the courgettes and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly softened. Set aside on kitchen paper to cool.
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6. For the salad, add the griddled courgettes and the remaining salad ingredients into a bowl.
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7. To serve, add dressing to taste.

74253

kcal

Calories

6380

Fat

3701

Carbs

1039

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the dressing:, 100g/31/2oz wholegrain mustard, 1 tbsp of ground coriander, 1 tbsp ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Puy Lentil Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moroccan Puy Lentil Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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