Grilled-Vegetable Salad with Lentils

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Grilled-Vegetable Salad with Lentils
45 min.
4
418kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of grilled vegetables with the wholesome goodness of lentils? Look no further than this delightful Grilled-Vegetable Salad with Lentils! This recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free meal that is bursting with flavor.

The star of this dish is the colorful medley of grilled vegetables, including tender asparagus, succulent eggplant, and crunchy bell peppers, all drizzled with olive oil and a splash of red wine vinegar for that perfect zing. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and tastes, making it not only a feast for the palate but an eye-catching presentation as well.

Pairing these grilled delights with protein-packed lentils creates a satisfying salad that serves as a nutritious side dish or a hearty main course, perfect for lunch or dinner. With a health score of 100 and only 418 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Plus, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a practical choice for busy weeknights or meal prep for the week ahead.

So fire up your grill and prepare to impress your family and friends with this delightful, healthful dish that celebrates the best of what nature has to offer!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces asparagus trimmed
  •  bay leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 1.3 cups lentils dried
  • 12 ounce eggplant 
  • small garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon herbs de provence dried
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • small and orange peppers quartered
  • small bell pepper red quartered
  • 0.5 cup onion red finely chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • teaspoons red wine vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons walnut pieces coarsely chopped
  • cups water 
  • small bell pepper yellow quartered
  • slices zucchini 1-inch-thick
  • teaspoon thyme dried fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. To prepare lentils, rinse and drain lentils.
  3. Place water, lentils, and bay leaf in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes.
  4. Drain; discard bay leaf.
  5. Combine lentils, red onion, and next 7 ingredients (through garlic) in a large bowl.
  6. To prepare vegetables, combine asparagus and next 6 ingredients (through oil) in a large bowl; toss well to coat. Grill zucchini, peppers, and eggplant 15 minutes, turning once. Grill asparagus 6 minutes, turning once.
  7. Place vegetables in a bowl; drizzle with 2 teaspoons vinegar.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining ingredients; toss well to coat.
  9. Serve with lentils.

Nutrition Facts

Calories418kcal
Protein19.36%
Fat31.08%
Carbs49.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.65
Glycemic Load
6.93
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
38.0313044009%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Delphinidin
72.88mg
Catechin
0.22mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.43mg
Isorhamnetin
5.85mg
Kaempferol
1.32mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
16.31mg
Gallocatechin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:417.61kcal
20.88%
Fat:14.93g
22.96%
Saturated Fat:1.98g
12.34%
Carbohydrates:53.55g
17.85%
Net Carbohydrates:27.78g
10.1%
Sugar:8.57g
9.53%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:314.2mg
13.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.92g
41.84%
Vitamin C:93.73mg
113.62%
Fiber:25.76g
103.06%
Folate:402.68µg
100.67%
Manganese:1.53mg
76.28%
Vitamin K:58.91µg
56.11%
Vitamin B1:0.77mg
51.42%
Iron:8.04mg
44.68%
Phosphorus:395.37mg
39.54%
Vitamin A:1915.66IU
38.31%
Copper:0.73mg
36.25%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.25%
Potassium:1171.55mg
33.47%
Magnesium:123.58mg
30.9%
Zinc:4.05mg
27.01%
Vitamin E:3.71mg
24.74%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.6%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
20.19%
Vitamin B3:3.71mg
18.56%
Selenium:8.11µg
11.58%
Calcium:98.27mg
9.83%
Source:My Recipes