A quick scan of the fridge and the discovery of some prosciutto led to the idea for today’s salad. With the lentils, there is no need to soak them but be careful not to overcook. They should hold their shape and have just a little bite to them. Homemade is
LENTIL SALAD RECIPE WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PLUMS
Serves 4
1 cup green lentils
8 slices prosciutto
8 plums, stones removed, sliced
½ cup fresh mixed herbs
½ cup lemon aioli
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Micro herbs to decorate
Lemon to squeeze
- Cook the lentils as per packet instructions. Set aside to cool.
- On a plate or into a bowl, place the lentils, prosciutto, plums and herbs. Drizzle with aioli and season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle over micro herbs and add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
