This refreshing salad is not only a perfect side dish, but also an ideal low-carb main course! Lentils are among the most protein-rich plant-based protein sources , and feta also scores points with its protein content, while the avocado provides healthy fats and helps keep you feeling full for a long time.
Red lentil salad with feta and avocado
Lots of protein and healthy fats in one bowl.
SimplyLevel
30 min.working hours
from Paulina
Ingredients
- 200gred lentils
- A handful of baby spinach leaves
- 1/2cucumber
- 1/2Avocado
- 1/2spring onion
- 4 tbspolive oil
- 1Lime (juice)
- Pinchsalt & pepper
- 40 gFeta
Nutritional values per serving
390
calories
16.5 g
protein
27.8 g
carbohydrates
22.5 g
Fat
preparation
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Cook the red lentils in water according to the package instructions.
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Wash the spinach , dice the cucumber, and slice the avocado. Chop the spring onion or slice it thinly. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and toss them together over everything in a large bowl.
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Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the lentil salad.
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Mix everything well again and arrange on a plate.
