Warm Lentil And Chickpea Dinner Salad Recipe

Fusion cuisine

Warm Lentil and Chickpea Dinner Salad recipe

About this recipe

This diabetic-friendly, vegetarian dinner salad combines tender lentils, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables with a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for solution seekers looking for a wholesome and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 25 g Parsley
  • 500 g 24 Mantra Organic Malka Masoor
  • 200 g Orange Carrot (Gajar)
  • 200 g Cherry Tomatoes
  • 400G Chtoura Foods Boiled Chickpeas In Brine
  • 2 ltr Figaro Extra Light Olive Oil
  • 250 ml Dabur Hommade Lemon Juice (Bottle)
  • 70 g Namakwali Authentic Mix Seasoning Flavoured Salt
  • 1 pack (100 g) Popular Essentials Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1. Combine 2 1/2 cups water, 1 cup Malka Masoor lentils, and 2 diced carrots in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  2. 2. Drain the Malka Masoor lentils and transfer the lentils and carrots to a large bowl to cool.
  3. 3. Once cooled, add 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  4. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together 4 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
  5. 5. Pour the dressing over the lentil mixture and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. 6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a hearty dinner salad.