Don’t be afraid of the lentil! The cucumber and carrots are a great crunch, without being an onion.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups cold pre-cooked green lentils, either made yourself or from Trader Joe’s
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber.
• 1/4 cup chopped carrot
• 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro (optional)
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large serving bowl.

This will make anyone love the lentil. Great for summer picnics too.