Balsamic Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Salad with Lentils and Quinoa

This Balsamic Roasted Vegetable and Chickpea Salad with Lentils and Quinoa is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines hearty vegetables with protein-packed chickpeas, lentils, and quinoa. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic dressing, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Cooked lentils - 1/2 cup
• Cooked quinoa - 1/2 cup
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 3 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, carrot, and cherry tomatoes.
3. Add the drained chickpeas to the bowl with the vegetables.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the balsamic dressing over the vegetable and chickpea mixture, and toss to coat evenly.
6. Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Roast the vegetables and chickpeas in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
8. While the vegetables and chickpeas are roasting, prepare the cooked lentils and quinoa if you haven't done so already.
9. Once roasted, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables and chickpeas with the cooked lentils and quinoa.
11. Gently toss everything together, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 330 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and lentils.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes fullness.

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