Green Lentil Salad (Azifa) - cooking recipe

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

Preparation

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