Going into the new year open to good energy and feeding myself foods that actually make me happy and feel good.

Lentils are said to bring good luck and whether or not that’s true, they’re already one of my favorite ways to make meals feel filling, and budget-friendly. This salmon and lentils dish is cozy, flexible, and one of those dinners that somehow tastes even better the next day.

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Salmon & Lentils (2–3 servings)

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup dry lentils

• 1 small leek or onion

• 1 carrot, finely chopped

• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves

• 1 bay leaf (optional)

• ½ tsp thyme or 1 tsp fresh

• ½ tsp cumin

• 3/4-1 lb salmon - 3-4 oz per serving

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 1 lemon

• Optional: spinach, arugula, or kale

Dressing:

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 2 tsp Dijon

• ½ shallot, minced (optional)

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt + pepper

Quick How-To:

• Cook lentils (20–25 min)

• Sauté veggies + seasoning

• Toss lentils with veggies + dressing

• Cook salmon however you like

• Add greens at the end (optional)

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