black bean lentil chickpea salad
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- Number of Servings: 6
Ingredients
ngredients1 cup dry lentils (green or brown)15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained2 red bell pepper1/2 small red onion1-2 roma tomatoesLarge bunch cilantro, stems removedadded: one can of chickpeas{For the dressing}Juice of 1 lime2 Tbsp. olive oil1 tsp. dijon mustard1-2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp. cumin1/2 tsp. oregano1/8 tsp. saltOptional: chipotle powder, chili powder, pepper, hot sauce, other seasonings, etc.
Cook lentils according to package directions, leaving firm not mushy. Drain.
While lentils are cooking, make the dressing: place all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
Finely dice the bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes. Roughly chop the cilantro.
In a large bowl, place the black beans, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and lentils. Add the dressing and toss to combine. Add cilantro, and lightly toss.
Serve immediately or chill covered in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors combine.
Serving Size: makes 6 1.5 cup servings
While lentils are cooking, make the dressing: place all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
Finely dice the bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes. Roughly chop the cilantro.
In a large bowl, place the black beans, bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and lentils. Add the dressing and toss to combine. Add cilantro, and lightly toss.
Serve immediately or chill covered in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors combine.
Serving Size: makes 6 1.5 cup servings
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 341.3
- Total Fat: 7.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 183.7 mg
- Total Carbs: 52.6 g
- Dietary Fiber: 16.0 g
- Protein: 17.9 g
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