{"id":8950,"date":"2014-08-15T05:30:30","date_gmt":"2014-08-15T11:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/?p=8950"},"modified":"2021-04-27T14:51:37","modified_gmt":"2021-04-27T20:51:37","slug":"french-lentil-roasted-vegetable-salad-with-creamy-tahini-dressing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blissfulbasil.com\/french-lentil-roasted-vegetable-salad-with-creamy-tahini-dressing\/","title":{"rendered":"French Lentil & Roasted Vegetable Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing"},"content":{"rendered":"

This vegan french lentil & roasted vegetable salad with creamy tahini dressing has four delectable layers. A\u00a0bed of baby arugula is topped with protein-packed french lentils, roasted delicata squash and other savory veggies are strewn about the greens, and the most delightfully creamy tahini dressing is drizzled over top.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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I'm having one of those moments<\/a> where I can't think of what to write so I opt to tell a silly story about my life, only I can't think of a decent story. Perhaps I've shared all of my embarrassing life moments<\/a> already? Surely this isn't possible, but I'm drawing a blank, so instead of a story you get some cold, hard facts about... lentils.<\/p>\n

Lentils are your friends. <-- That? That right there\u00a0substantiates my statement about having\u00a0writer's block. I'm sorry, but you're about to get more legume factoids than you bargained for this Friday...<\/p>\n

1| Compared to other legumes, they're quite quick and simple\u00a0to prepare. All you need is an easy-to-remember 2:1, water-lentils ratio and about 25 minutes.<\/p>\n

2| They're full of soluble fibers that\u00a0help capture\u00a0and escort unwanted cholesterol out of your body.<\/p>\n

3| Lentils are packed with Folate + Magnesium, which help keep your heart happy and healthy.<\/p>\n

4| Thanks (again) to their high level of soluble fiber, lentils slow down digestion\u00a0and stabilize\u00a0blood sugar levels, which is especially helpful for those with diabetes or insulin resistance.<\/p>\n

5| They keep you full and fueled for hours. 1 cup of lentils has 18 grams of protein and only 230 calories, so you're getting a lot of protein bang for your buck.<\/p>\n

6| They're high in iron, which is always a good thing to be on the lookout for if you're vegetarian or vegan.<\/p>\n

7| They're cute + delicious. I mean, let's be honest. Lentils are kind of cute, right? Tiny. Round. Precious.<\/p>\n

8| Most importantly, lentils are delicious. Especially in this salad...<\/p>\n

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This salad has four delectable layers.<\/p>\n

The first layer is a bed of baby arugula. Peppery, bright, and such a pretty shade of green.<\/p>\n

The lentil layer is minimalistic in the most perfect way. French lentils are simmered in water until they're tender and plump. They\u00a0have a wonderful peppery flavor to them and require very little seasoning if any. In this case, we've walked the season-less path.<\/p>\n

The next layer is roasted delicata squash (the BEST), roma tomatoes, portobello mushrooms, and leeks. The delicata squash and leeks are sweet, the mushrooms are savory, and the tomatoes lend a bright acidity. It's a simple but balanced combination of veggies.<\/p>\n

Lastly, a creamy tahini dressing is drizzled over top.<\/p>\n

Similar to zucchini pasta<\/a>, this salad provides hours of fuel without igniting a case of post-lunch sleepies. I've enjoyed\u00a0it\u00a01, 2, 3... three times for lunch this week, and I've been brimming with energy.<\/p>\n

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This vegan french lentil & roasted vegetable salad with creamy tahini dressing has four delectable layers. A bed of baby arugula is topped with protein-packed french lentils, roasted delicata squash and other savory veggies are strewn about the greens, and the most delightfully creamy tahini dressing is drizzled over top. <\/span><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Course <\/span>Salad<\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cuisine <\/span>Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, plant-based, Vegan<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Prep Time <\/span>20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Cook Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span><\/span><\/div>
<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Total Time <\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hour<\/span> 20 minutes<\/span><\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
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<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Servings <\/span>4<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h3>

For the Lentils<\/h4>