Green Lentil Salad (Azifa)

From: “The Essential African Cookbook” by Rosamund Grant.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  cup green lentil, soaked overnight (8 oz)
• 2  tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1  red onion, finely chopped
• 1  green chili pepper, seeded and chopped
• 4  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 5  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon prepared mustard
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Place the lentils in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil.
2. Simmer for 45 minutes until soft, drain, then turn into a bowl and mash lightly with a potato masher.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Adjust seasonings to taste.
4. Chill before serving as an accompaniment to a meat or fish dish.