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This Grilled Vegetable and Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish packed with fiber-rich lentils and fresh spinach, perfect for a healthy midnight snack. The smoky grilled veggies combined with hearty chickpeas create a satisfying and flavorful experience.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1, cut into strips
• Yellow bell pepper - 1, cut into strips
• Red onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chickpeas - 1 cup, cooked and drained
• Lentils - 1 cup, cooked
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups, packed
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled (optional)
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
3. Place the vegetables on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks.
4. While the vegetables are grilling, combine the cooked chickpeas, lentils, and spinach in a separate large bowl.
5. Once the vegetables are done, remove them from the grill and let them cool slightly before adding them to the chickpea and lentil mixture.
6. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, feta cheese (if using), and fresh parsley to the salad, and toss everything together until well combined.
7. Serve immediately or let the salad chill for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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