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Red Lentil Salad

 1 cup Red Chief or regular brown lentils
 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
 2 tablespoons olive oil
 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
 3/4 cup coarsely chopped red or yellow bell peppers
 3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
 3/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes
 3/4 cup diced (1/4 in.) cucumber
 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  Salt and pepper
Step 1
1

Sort lentils and discard any debris. Rinse and drain lentils.

Step 2
2

In a 2- to 3-quart pan, bring about 1 quart water to a boil over high heat. Add lentils, stir to separate, and simmer, uncovered, just until they are tender to bite but not soft, 5 to 10 minutes for Red Chiefs, 20 to 30 minutes for regular lentils. Drain.

Step 3
3

Mix vinegar, oil, and garlic. Pour over warm lentils and gently mix. Let stand until cool.

Step 4
4

Add bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, cucumber, basil, and feta cheese. Mix gently with lentils. Pour into a serving bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.