Marinated Lentils

Ingredients

1/2 pound brown lentils, cooked in cold water to cover until tender but not mushy
1/2 cup finely-diced onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and white pepper

Instructions

Drain lentils, and while still hot, toss thoroughly with onion, olive oil, herbs, spices and garlic. Season to taste with salt and white pepper.

Yield: 4 servings