Instructions: Bring water to a boil in a 2- or 3-quart pan. Pour in lentils. Simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes. When done, lentils should be tender but not broken up. Drain off any water.

Put oil, vinegar, scallions or chives, capers, parsley and salt in a serving bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon. Add warm lentils to bowl and mix gently. Serve right away or chill.

Makes 3 cups or 6 servings.

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