Description
Warm Chickpea and Lentil Salad with Carrots is a delightful, protein-packed dish that brings together nutritious ingredients for an easy weeknight meal. This vibrant salad features tender lentils and chickpeas complemented by sautéed carrots, all enveloped in a zesty lemon-Dijon vinaigrette. Perfectly warm and comforting, yet light enough to keep you feeling satisfied without the heaviness. Whether enjoyed as a quick meal prep option or served warm at gatherings, this dish is sure to impress with its fresh flavors and versatility.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 3 large carrots
- 1 medium onion
- 4 tablespoons olive oil (2 for sautéing, 2 for dressing)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the lentils in a pot with water until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil, then add sliced carrots until tender.
- Combine cooked lentils, chickpeas, and sautéed vegetables in a bowl.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients and drizzle over the salad.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg