Grilled Vegetable and Chickpea Salad with Lentils

This Grilled Vegetable and Chickpea Salad with Lentils is a vibrant, protein-packed dish perfect for a healthy midnight snack. The smoky flavors of grilled vegetables combined with hearty chickpeas and lentils create a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Yellow bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Red onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chickpeas - 1 cup, cooked or canned, drained and rinsed
• Cooked lentils - 1 cup
• Cherry tomatoes - 1/2 cup, halved
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, toss the zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Grill the vegetables for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until they are tender and have grill marks.
4. In a large bowl, combine the grilled vegetables, chickpeas, cooked lentils, cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
5. Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad and toss gently to combine.
6. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 385
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, supporting digestive health.
• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas and lentils.

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