Marinated Chickpea Lentil Salad
Ingredients
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 1/4 cup juice)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1, 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 green scallion
- 1/2 large cucumber, de-seeded and cubed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
In a small bowl combine juice, syrup, mustard, garlic, and spices and set aside
In a medium sized bowl add your beans and lentils, diced vegetables and scallions then pour over your dressing
Give everything a quick toss and adjust salt to taste
Place in the fridge to chill for an hour before serving
Tips
For best results, refrigerate overnight
It is perfect as a side dish or as a protein base for main meals, and can be served with extra greens and grains
