Lentil and chickpea salad
Prep Time
14 mins
Total Time
15 mins
This Lentil and chickpea salad is packed with healthy ingredients and plant-based protein, ready in just 15 minutes. Whether you need a healthy side dish, or a light and satisfying lunch or dinner, this salad's got you covered.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can (400g, 14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (400g, 14 oz) lentils, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup sun dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
Instructions
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In a serving bowl, stir together the ingredients for the dressing.
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Add the chickpeas, lentils, red pepper, sun dried tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss. Let sit to marinate for at least 30 min before serving. Tope with some extra parsley and feta cheese before serving.