CHICKPEA-LENTIL SALAD

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This salad is a rare healthy favorite for my picky husband. It's best in the summer months when fresh local tomatoes are available. We eat it as a light dinner, or as a side dish for summer BBQs. Enjoy!

Provided by EGgirl

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

25 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can black lentils, drained and rinsed
1 cucumber, chopped
2 each vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped
¼ large red onion, finely chopped
⅛ cup olive oil
⅛ cup red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt to taste
1 avocado, diced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine chickpeas and lentils in a large bowl. Mix in cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
  • Stir olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, cumin, and salt together in a small bowl. Pour over the chickpeas and lentils; mix to combine. Carefully fold in avocado and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 19.8 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 903.1 mg, Sugar 6 g

Noor Islam
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This salad is a great way to start your day. It's light, refreshing, and packed with nutrients.


Chameen Ameen
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I love that this salad is made with all whole ingredients. It's so much healthier than store-bought salads.


Nadife mohamed
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This salad is a great way to get your five-a-day.


Dragon Skate
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I love how affordable this salad is. It's a great way to save money on groceries.


Alfred Ramabaka
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This salad is a great way to meal prep for the week.


Mb Md siddik
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this salad. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


dani' rankin
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This salad is a great source of plant-based protein.


Ram Prasad Tharu
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I love the pop of color that the red onion adds to this salad.


The Info
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Larry Mikell
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your diet.


Festus David
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added different veggies and herbs to it, and it's always delicious.


Funny chinioti
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.


Nkosaithi Logan
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lentils and veggies balance out the flavor of the chickpeas perfectly.


Duck Queen
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas and lentils. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


Nicola Kennedy
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Clarity Johnson
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The dressing is the perfect complement to the salad. It's tangy, flavorful, and light.


Denise Ooley
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also packed with vitamins and minerals.


Not Important
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


farah zide
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This chickpea lentil salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The combination of chickpeas, lentils, veggies, and herbs is simply irresistible.