Green Salad with Sprouted Lentils
Fresh, crunchy and colourful, this green salad with sprouted lentils is the perfect side to add a touch of freshness and nutrition to your meal.
In the collections
The ingredients
- 1 cup sprouted lentils
- 1 cup arugula
- ½ cup cucumbers, sliced
- ½ cup tomatoes, sliced
- 1/8 red onion, sliced into rounds
- 1 tbsp hemp hearts
Dressing
- ½ lemon, juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
The method
- In a medium bowl, add the lentils, arugula, cucumber, tomato, red onion and hemp hearts and mix well.
- In a small bowl or container, add the dressing ingredients and mix well.
- Serve as a side with the protein of your choice for a complete meal.
Storage tips
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition facts
Per serving, for reference only.
- 240Calories
- 10 gFat
- 27 gCarbs
- 6 gFibre
- 13 gProtein
Thanks to their fibre, plant-based protein and micronutrient content, sprouted lentils are a nutritious food that's easy to add to salads.
Tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers (notably prostate cancer).
This side salad is an excellent source of dietary fibre, which promotes healthy digestion, supports a balanced gut microbiome and helps prevent constipation.
