Halal French Lentil Salad with Mustard Dressing

• 1 cup French green lentils (du Puy)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 small red onion, finely diced
• 2 carrots, diced small
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh parsley and thyme
• Dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 garlic clove, salt, pepper

1. 1Cook lentils in boiling water with bay leaf for 20-25 minutes until tender but firm. Drain and cool.
2. 2Whisk dressing ingredients. Toss lentils with vegetables and dressing while still slightly warm.
3. 3Let sit 10 minutes for flavors to meld. Serve at room temperature.
4. 4*Nutritional Value (per serving, approx.): 260 calories, 12g protein, 32g carbs, 10g fat, 12g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.