I am feeling productive today so I think I will post again :) This is a yummy Armenian dish perfect for summer and for those who like to be vegetarian every now and then :) 'Vosp' in Armenian is 'poor people's food', so in light of the slightly reviving economy, I think it a good fit, though I would never be to proud to delve into a heaping bowl of it!!
Vosp - for 2 people
brown lentils - for two people no more then 1 cup dry (they poof up really well)
1 small bunch parsley, chopped - about 1/2 cup
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional though mighty delicious)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
salt and pepper
1. Cook lentils by covering with water and simmering, add more water if needed to complete cooking
2. Meanwhile chop all vegetables and combine in bowl with oil and vinegar or lemon juice, salt and pepper, and cheese
3. When lentils are cooked, spoon a portion into a bowl and top with the 'salad' mixture, drizzle with extra olive oil and vinegar if desired and serve with a warm loaf of crusty bread.
**can also be served cold or at room temperature - to serve this way - premix the cooked lentils with the salad and let cool in the refrigerator
ENJOY!!!
Could Quinoa be substituted for the lentils? You of all people know that everyone needs the 9 essential amino acids in their daily diet.
ReplyDeleteSure be adventurous and try it with Quinoa - but then would have to rename it "Ancient South American Poor People's Food" :)))
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