Herby Asparagus Lentil Salad

Directions

1. 1
   Over high heat, fill a large pot with the lentils, water and sea salt and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 25 - 30 minutes. Or until the lentils have reached your preferred doneness.
2. 2
   Rinse the lentils with very cold water, drain and set aside.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, wash and cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Return the pot back to the stove with a few inches of water in it. Bring the water to a boil and drop in the asparagus. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain and submerge the asparagus in an ice bath until theyve reach a chilled temperature.
5. 5
   Drain and pat the asparagus dry.
6. 6
   Combine them in a mixing bowl with the lentils, mint and dill. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, hemp seed oil, pink Himalayan salt and black pepper.
7. 7
   Pour the vinaigrette over the asparagus and toss well.
8. 8
   Plate and serve with fresh foraged violas.