Succot is the time we pray for rain, although preferably not when we're actually sitting in the succah. It is also the time to prepare dishes that reflect the flavours and colours of autumn, such as this wonderful salad. If you can't find baby carrots, you can use the full-size version, chopped up, or roasted butternut squash instead. The brilliant thing about Puy lentils is you don't have to soak them.

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