Grilled Vegetable and Chickpea Salad with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils

This Grilled Vegetable and Chickpea Salad combined with Lentils and Spinach is a vibrant and healthy midnight dish that brings together the smoky flavors of grilled vegetables with the hearty nutrition of legumes. Packed with protein and fiber, it's a satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet light.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Yellow bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, sliced into rings
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cooked lentils - 1 cup
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups, packed
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled (optional)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Toss to coat.
4. Place the seasoned vegetables on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until tender and slightly charred.
5. While the vegetables are grilling, combine the cooked lentils, chickpeas, and fresh spinach in a large serving bowl.
6. Once the vegetables are grilled, remove them from the heat and let them cool slightly before adding to the bowl with lentils and chickpeas.
7. Drizzle lemon juice over the salad and toss gently to combine. If using, add crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
8. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 10 minutes for a refreshing cold salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from lentils and chickpeas.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from colorful vegetables.

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