Description
A collection of healthy and delicious side dishes perfect for a potluck.
Ingredients
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers)
- Quinoa or other grains
- Lentils
- Chickpeas
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Herbs (e.g., parsley, mint, cilantro)
- Spices (e.g., cumin, coriander)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare your chosen grain (quinoa, rice, etc.) according to package directions.
- If using, cook lentils or chickpeas until tender.
- Chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked grain, lentils/chickpeas, and chopped vegetables.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, spices, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can customize this dish with your favorite vegetables and herbs.
- Add protein like grilled chicken or tofu for a heartier meal.
- Make ahead to save time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Combine
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg