Chilled Lentil Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette

Ingredients

 * 8 cups water
 * 2 tablespoons salt
 * 1 lb dried lentils, cleaned
 * 1/4 cup olive oil
 * 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
 * 1/2 teaspoon dried ground cumin
 * 1/2 teaspoon dried ground coriander
 * 1 teaspoon cayenne
 * 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

 * In a large pot, bring the water and salt to a boil; add the lentils, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender but not overcooked; drain.
 * In a colander, rinse the cooked lentils under cold water until slightly cool, then place them in a bowl.
 * Whisk together the remaining ingredients; pour over the lentils and combine well.
 * Chill for 1 to 2 hours and serve cold.
 * Chill for 1 to 2 hours and serve cold.