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This vibrant Vegetable and Quinoa Salad with Lentils and Spinach is a nourishing midnight dish that combines protein-rich ingredients to keep you satisfied. It's a delightful medley of colors and flavors, perfect for a healthy late-night snack.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1 cup
• Lentils (cooked) - 1 cup
• Chickpeas (cooked) - 1 cup
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
2. While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the lentils and chickpeas if not pre-cooked. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas and lentils.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, lentils, chickpeas, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine evenly.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and enjoy your healthy midnight dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, supporting muscle health and digestion.
• Rich in antioxidants, promoting overall health and reducing inflammation.

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