carbon footprint*
2 car miles equivalent
1 car miles equivalent
4.5 car miles equivalent
2.5 car miles equivalent
4.5 car miles equivalent
*based on approximate estimates of the food group's carbon foot print
ingredients
salad:
1/2 cup lentils
1/2 cup barley
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/4 cup onion (or shallot), diced finely
6-7 spears of asparagus, blanched & cut into 1/4 inch pieces
dressing:
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. red wine vinegar, or balsamic (or whatever you have on hand)
1/4 cup olive oil
salt & pepper to taste
instructions
Combine lentils & barley with water in a medium saucepan, covering the grains about 2 inches, and cook until both are tender (about 45 minutes).
​
While the grains are cooking, dice cherry tomatoes in half lengthwise, thinly dice the onion, blanch & cut asparagus.
​
Mix together all of the dressing ingredients & whisk to combine.
​
When the grains are done, transfer to a bowl and let cool for about 10 minutes. Add the prepared vegetables & pour dressing over top, gently toss the salad.
​
This salad pairs great with spinach falafels!
nutrition info
