Lentil, vege and tuna salad
A simple lentil salad with fresh vegetables and tuna that's perfect as a healthy lunch for two people.
Serves: 2
Time to make: 10 mins
Total cost: $11.39 / $5.70 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 1 orange capsicum
- ¾ cup green beans
- ¾ cup broccoli (or other vegetables of your choice)
- 185g can tuna in spring water
- 400g can brown lentils
- 130g pack baby spinach
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- sprinkle chilli flakes
Instructions
1 Steam or microwave veges until tender but still crisp. Run under cold water to cool. Drain.
2 Drain tuna and break up. Drain lentils. Combine all veges, tuna, lentils and basil in a bowl and mix well.
3 To make dressing, combine oil, lemon juice and chilli flakes. Pour over salad and mix well. Serve.
Nutrition Info (per serve)
Kilojoules 1490kJ
Calories 356cal
Protein 37g
Total fat 11g
–Saturated fat 2g
Carbohydrates 25g
–Sugars 8g
Dietary fibre 10g
Sodium 680mg
Calcium 120mg
Iron 5mg
Note: Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. For a guide to purchasing healthier packaged goods and general grocery items see here.
Photographer: André Martin
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