- Begin by rinsing the lentils and picking then over for stones. Combine the lentils in a pot with plenty of water and bring it to the boil. Once the pot is boiling turn it down to a simmer and cook until the lentils are tender, 25- 30 minutes, checking periodically for doneness.
- At the same time, add the beets to a large pot of water and bring them to a boil. Turn them down to a simmer and let cook until the beets can be pierced by a fork, anywhere from 15-30 minutes depending on their size.
- When the beets and lentils are cooked, drain them and set aside while you make the dressing.
- To make the dressing combine all the ingredients except the oil in a small bowl and stir to combine. Slowly add the oil stirring as you pour to emulsify.
- To plate, spread the warm lentils in a bowl. Chop the beets and sprinkle them on top along with the onion. Add the walnuts to the lentils as well as the herbs, then mix in the dressing. If you like, you can add a few more sprigs of herbs for garnish. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
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