Smoked Lentil Salad With Sriracha Miso Mayonnaise

Name: Smoked Lentil Salad With Sriracha Miso Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound green lentils, rinsed; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 cup yellow onion,medium diced; 3 celery stalks, medium diced; 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; 11/2 cup low sodium vegatble broth; 1/2 cup mesquite or hickory chips; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce; 1/4 cup white miso paste; 1 cup cucumber, diced small; 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced small; 1/2 cup sweet onions dieced small; a few grinds black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 pound green lentils, rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 cup yellow onion,medium diced
3 celery stalks, medium diced
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
11/2 cup low sodium vegatble broth
1/2 cup mesquite or hickory chips
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
1/4 cup white miso paste
1 cup cucumber, diced small
1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced small
1/2 cup sweet onions dieced small
a few grinds black pepper

1
In a large heat-proof bowl mix the lentils, cumin, onion and garlic powders then add enough boiling water to cover then soak, covered for 20 minutes.
2
In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil on medium high heat. When the oil begins to shimmer, lower the heat to medium, add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add the onion, celery and kosher salt, cover and cook for 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent, stirring occasionally. Stir in the carrots and the drained lentils. Add the vegetable broth, adjust the heat to high and bring to a boil. When it comes to a boil, immediately reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered for 15- 20 minutes until the lentils are just tender. Spread the lentils evenly on two rimmed baking sheets and leave at room temperature.
3
Meanwhile, soak the wood chips in a small bowl with enough water to cover for 20 minutes.
4
Adjust the heat on a grill to medium high. Drain and wrap the wood chips in a pouch made out of aluminum foil. Pierce the pouch several times, place near the grill's heating element (or according to grill directions) and close the grill. After 10 minutes, place one tray of lentils in the grill, close and smoke for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the smoke subside for 5 minutes. The lentils will turn a little red. Reserve the other tray of lentils unsmoked.
5
Finish the mayonnaise while the lentils are smoking. In a small bowl thoroughly mix the Sriracha sauce and miso paste with the mayonnaise, cover and refrigerate.
6
Allow the lentils to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Transfer both trays to a large mixing bowl and gently fold half of the mayo. Refrigerate, covered until well chilled about 2-4 hours.
7
Add the cucumbers, tomatoes and onions to the lentils and combine. Fold the rest of the Sriracha Miso Mayonnaise into the bowl, mix and refrigerate until chilled. Top with a few grinds of ground pepper and serve.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound green lentils, rinsed, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Smoked Lentil Salad With Sriracha Miso Mayonnaise 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.

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