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Azifa (ዐዚፋ)

A cold salad of green lentils, brightened with mustard, lemon and chili. Tangy and refreshing, it goes well with hot dishes and is served as a starter.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Nutrition facts

330 kcal per serving

Protein
16.6 g
Carbohydrates
30.6 g
of which sugars
2.6 g
Fat
12.2 g
of which saturated fat
1.8 g
Fiber
11.1 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Rinse the green lentils under cold water, then cook them in boiling water for 25 minutes, without letting them fall apart.
  2. Drain the lentils and let them cool for a few minutes.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion and cut the chilies into thin rings.
  4. In a salad bowl, mix the mustard, lemon juice, olive oil and salt to make a dressing.
  5. Add the warm lentils, onion and chilies to the dressing, then mix gently.
  6. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes in the fridge so the flavors develop.
  7. Adjust the seasoning and serve cold.

Variations and tips

Herb version. Add a handful of chopped parsley and coriander just before serving.

More ideas

Original Ecomely recipe.