1/2 cup small French lentils, cooked until just tender and drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped gherkins
1 tablespoon capers, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
2 spring onions, white part only, very finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
9 ounces smoked salmon, long slices (the slices should not be so thin that they fall apart)
Toasted baguette slices, for serving
The success of this final dish is dependent on using the best quality smoked salmon and ingredients.