Warm lentil salad with pancetta, tomato, and rosemary
2
Points®
Total Time
1 hr 2 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
47 min
Serves
6
Difficulty
Easy
French lentils keep their shape, and retain their bite, a lot better than ordinary lentils, so try to seek them out. They’re so satisfying and perfect for this simple, hearty side dish. The recipe also features pan-seared pancetta, sautéed onions and garlic, as well as chicken broth, diced tomatoes, fresh rosemary, and Dijon mustard for a savory combination of flavors. You'll love the fact that most of the cook time is hands-off and you only need one saucepan to make this recipe, so cleanup is fast and efficient. This grain salad is perfect to serve alongside any pork, chicken, or steak entrée as a fun alternative to a green salad.
Ingredients
Olive oil
1 tsp, extra virgin
Pancetta
2 oz, diced
Onion
1 small, minced
Jarred minced garlic
1 tsp
Dry lentils
1 cup(s), French green variety, rinsed and drained
Chicken broth
2 cup(s)
Canned diced tomatoes
14 oz
Rosemary
1 tsp, fresh, minced
Kosher salt
1 tsp, or to taste
Black pepper
⅛ tsp, or to taste
Dijon mustard
1 tsp