RAINBOW LENTIL SALAD
This easy to make, protein rich salad is the perfect side to a chicken or salmon fillet. A rainbow of vegetables ensures a diversity of nutrients to support optimal fibre intake.
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
1 cup of Puy lentils
One tin of chickpeas
One tin of red kidney beans
Seeds of one pomegranate
https://www.jamieoliver.com/videos/how-to-de-seed-a-pomegranate-jamie-s-1-minute-tips/ (how to deseed a pomegranate)
One red pepper, chopped
Two tomatoes, chopped
1 small bunch of parsley, chopped
Dressing
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Method
Boil Puy lentils in boiling water for 15 minutes and drain
Drain kidney beans and chickpeas
Add all ingredients into a bowl, pour dressing and toss
Serve with roasted chicken/ salmon fillet and sweet potatoes