Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Lentil and Apple

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup dried lentils
• 3 cups water
• 8 ounces bow tie pasta, farfalle
• 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 scallions, chopped
• 2 apples, cored and diced
• 1 yellow pepper, seeded and diced
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, I prefer white balsamic
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1. 1

   Place lentils and water in sauce pan and simmer over medium heat for 40-45 minutes, until tender. Drain and chill.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente - drain and rinse under cold water.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine lentils, pasta and remaining ingredients.

4. 4

   Chill for 1 hour to let flavors blend. Take out and let stand at room temperature before serving.

5. 5

   Enjoy!