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Prep
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Estimate
45 mins
Soak the lentils ahead if desired. Prepare the beets and start roasting them. Simmer the lentils next. Prepare the remaining ingredients as everything cooks. Serve the lentils alongside the salad if hot, or on top of the salad if they are at room temperature. Skip the dairy to make this vegan.
The lightly dressed French lentils are inspired by Julia Child, as they use shallots, dijon and fresh herbs to enhance their flavor. French lentils have a slightly better integrity than the red or even brown lentils which become soft quickly. Regardless, avoid overcooking your lentils to avoid mush.
Slices of beets are roasted into crisp, sweetness and tossed with leafy greens, blue cheese and a simple creamy sweet dressing.
