Lentil, beetroot, mint and green bean salad
A nutritious and quick-to-make meal for one, this vegan recipe is full of flavour from the earthy beetroot, crunchy beans, and refreshing mint.
Serves: 1
Time to make: 5 mins
Total cost: $6.75 / $6.75 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- ¾ cup canned lentils in spring water, rinsed, drained
- 100g vacuum-packed baby beetroots, sliced or ⅔ cup canned, drained baby beetroot
- ¾ cup trimmed, sliced green beans or snow peas
- 1 cup rocket and baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
- ⅓ avocado, diced
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- black pepper
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
Instructions
1 In a large bowl place all ingredients, except pumpkin seeds, and toss until well combined.
2 Scatter salad with pumpkin seeds and serve.
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Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 452cal
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Kilojoules 1890kJ
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Protein 15g
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Total fat 28g
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–Saturated fat 4g
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Carbohydrates 30g
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–Sugars 17g
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Dietary fibre 19g
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Sodium 190mg
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Calcium 160mg
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Iron 7.5mg
Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.
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