Mediterranean Lentil Salad

5 cups water 1 cup lentils, rinsed
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 T olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 t honey
2 t minced fresh thyme or 1 t dried thyme
1 t salt
1/8 t pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped tomato
3 celery ribs, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 T chopped fresh parsley

In a saucepan, bring water and lentils to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Rinse under cold water; drain. Place in a large bowl to cool. Meanwhile, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice, oil, garlic, honey, thyme, salt and pepper; shake well. Add tomato, celery, cheese and olives to lentils; toss to combine. Add dressing and gently toss to coat. sprinkle with parsley Yield: 6 servings.