Lentil Salad with Chargrilled Veges Recipe

Lentil Salad with Chargrilled Veggies is a vibrant and nutritious dish, combining tender lentils with smoky chargrilled vegetables. Tossed in a light dressing, it’s a perfect meal for lunch or as a side to any main.

Ingredients

1 x 400g can of brown lentils, rinsed & drained
1/2 red onion, chopped finely
1 tabs balsamic vinegar
4 large flat mushrooms
2 bunches asparagus, trimmed
1 large red capsicum, chargrilled & cut into thin strips
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/2 cup low-fat ricotta

Method

Combine lentils, onion & vinegar in a large bowl.
Preheat a chargrill on high & grill mushrooms & asparagus until lightly charred & tender.
Add the capsicum, asparagus & parsley to the lentils, toss to combine & season with pepper.
Halve the mushrooms. Crumble the ricotta over the lentil mixture & divide amongst 4 serving bowls. Top with the mushrooms. Drizzle a little extra vinegar to taste.