Quinoa Lentil Power Salad

Feb 22, 2021 | Main Meals

As we approach the spring (I promise it’s gonna happen) 😂 I’m starting to think fresh, power salads. I love plant based protein and do incorporate several plant based meals a week! Here is one to add to your meal rotation, its hearty and absolutely bursting with flavor!

 

Quinoa Lentil Power Salad

Prep: 15-20 minutes 

Makes: 2 Servings 

Ingredients: 

·      ½ lemon, juiced 

·      1 tsp spicy mustard 

·      ½ cup cooked quinoa* 

·      ½ cup cooked lentils* 

·      ½ cup shelled edamame (thawed if frozen) 

·      2 tablespoons minced red onion 

·      ½ red or orange bell pepper, finely chopped 

·      1 cup diced Mango 

·      ¼ cup finely chopped parsley 

·      ½ avocado, cubed 

·      Salt & pepper to taste 

 

Directions: 

1.     Combine lemon juice and mustard in a small bowl, mix well. Place quinoa and lentils in a separate bowl and toss with lemon juice mixture. 

2.     Add remaining ingredients, edamame through avocado. Season with salt and pepper. Chill before eating if desired or enjoy at room temperature. 

*Note: Cook quinoa and lentils according to package directions, be sure all water has evaporated or drain before using in recipe. 

 Nutrition Information for 1 ¾ cup: 

296 Calories; 46g carbohydrate; 14g protein; 10g fat; 620mg sodium; 12g fiber 

 

Recipe: Jacqueline Gomes, RDN, MBA 

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