Prep time:

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Total time:

Serves: 6

120g Wild and Basmati Rice (cooked)

120g Cooked Lentils

2 Red Onions

3 Spring Onions

20g Chives

3tbsp Olive Oil

2tbsp Cider Vinegar

½tsp Roast Garlic

1tsp Grainy Mustard

Salt and Pepper

As the weather gets warmer, the sun comes out and our thoughts turn to outdoor events – it’s time to ‘think picnic’. Juliet Bidwell of Juliet’s Catering couldn’t agree more. Here are her suggestions...

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Caramelised onion, bean & broccoli gratin with Alsop & Walker Smoked Mayfield Cheese

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