How do you make a Lentil Salad irresistible?

After a (very!)

extended water break, the inauguralHoliday Salad Marathonhas resumed!

Platter piled high with Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad

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Its earthy, its sweet, its savoury.

Theres great textural contrast.

Skillet with pan roasted Honey Cinnamon spiced pumpkin

But most of all, its the subtle spicing in it that really adds interest: cinnamon and allspice.

Who knewcannedlentils could be so fabulous??!

Some for the pumpkin, some in the dressing.

Cutting up pumpkin for Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad

But if you want to go aaalllll the way, make Honey-Cinnamon Candied Walnuts.

Its that extra-special touch that bumps this salad up into the Company-Worthy category!

Cool to crisp, and youre done!

Pouring dressing over Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad

(Tip: Make extra for you to nibble … chefs treat!)

This Lentil Salad is a great meal-worthy salad option or work lunch idea.

Meat-free, nutritious, filling, and it keeps well for a few days.

Ingredients in Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad

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Ingredients in Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad dressing

What is the Holiday Salad Marathon?

Life, however, got in the way and I never crossed the finish line before Christmas.

After an extended water break, Ive finally resumed!!!

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Ingredients in Honey Cinnamon Walnuts for Pomegranate Salad

Pouring dressing over Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad

Honey Cinnamon Pumpkin Lentil Salad on a platter ready to be served

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