Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Carrot Raisin Salad with Lentils
Carrot Raisin Salad with Lentils is made with green lentils, raisins, and carrots.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total
- 35 min
- Original yield
- Serves 3
- Ingredients
- 7 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Sides
- Primary protein
- Beans & lentils
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Check when to cover
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
2. Keep the simmering stage
Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.
3. Prepare for the next step
Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.
Get to know the ingredients
green lentils, (dry)
In the method: In a medium saucepan, combine lentils, raisins, water, and vinegar.
raisins
In the method: In a medium saucepan, combine lentils, raisins, water, and vinegar.
apple cider vinegar
In the method: In a medium saucepan, combine lentils, raisins, water, and vinegar.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 3. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1 c green lentils, (dry)Ingredient note
Source: 1 c raisinsIngredient note
Source: 3 c waterIngredient note
Source: 3 Tbsp apple cider vinegarIngredient note
Source: 8 carrotsIngredient note
Source: ½ tsp nutmegIngredient note
Source: ½ tsp ground ginger
How to make it
0 of 4 steps completeMake room for Carrot Raisin Salad with Lentils
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Top with almonds or walnuts if desired.
A little more help as you go
Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the saucepan. Start with this step: In a medium saucepan, combine lentils, raisins, water, and vinegar.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Reduce heat and simmer 20-30 minutes, until lentils are tender.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: curiouscuisiniere.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
