two colours beet and lentil salad

If you haven't tried orange beets you need to. They are even better than the red variety, I can't explain why but they are very beautiful and rich and velvety. Just perfect with some lentils.

Method

boil lentils in salt water for 20 mins, don't over cook - this is very important or you salad will be mushy.

Chop all beets into 1/4's and wrap in foil. Bake in an oven on 200ºC for 40 mins. Allow to cool then remove from foil and peel and slice.

Make a dressing with all other ingredients - finely chop the garlic and mix through the lentils. Then place the beets gently and fold them through the salad.

Add more salt to taste.

• Bbq
• Lentil Salad
• Orange Beets