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Carrot and Lentil Salad

Vegetarian Vegan Lunch

Sweet, nutty and citrusy this carrot and lentil salad makes a great side dish or meal in one

60 mins
8 ingredients
$3 / person
Carrot and Lentil Salad

Credit: Woolworths

Gear

Ingredients

  • ½ crusty baguette
  • 2 cups dry green lentils
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 red onion, remove ends and papery skin, slice onion
  • ¾ cup roasted cashews
  • ½ cup currants
  • ⅓ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil

It’s this easy

  • Slice the baguette, brush with olive oil and bake for 10- 15 minutes until crisp.
  • Cook lentils in 8 cups of boiling water for 20 minutes, add carrots and cook for another 10 minutes, drain and rinse.
  • In a bowl combine all ingredients except the bread, toss to combine.
  • Serve with crusty bread.

Tweaks

  • Add some mint and coriander, and sprinkle with grated orange rind for citrusy, herby flavour bursts. Spice it up by adding some Moroccan seasoning the the dressing.

Allergies

Contains: Nuts, FODMAPs.

Why is this good?

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Being rich in Folate, onions are vital for a healthy pregnancy and reduces risk of Neural Tube Defects during pregnancy.

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Onions are a decent source of fibre. The main fibre in them, fructan are prebiotic fibres which are considered the ‘beneficial gut bacteria’ which can improve colon health and reduce risk of colon cancer.

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Carrots are high in phytonutrients (especially Vitamin K, potassium beta-carotene, lutein and lycopene) which help in protecting against cancer and Heart disease.

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Healthier Skin

Carrots are great sources of phytonutrients such as Beta Carotene which can improve healthier skin and overall appearance.

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Be Healthier

Nuts are a great source of healthy fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats) which are essential for regulating blood cholesterol and improving heart health.

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Better Sports Performance

Nuts are high in protein which can provide amino acids for the maintenance and repair of muscle protein after strenuous exercise to help with a quicker recovery.

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Healthy Gut

As a good source of fibre nuts are essential for a healthy bowel function.

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Feel Fuller for Longer

Although nuts are high in kilojoules, research in over 120,000 healthy men and women, found that eating nuts meant they were less likely to gain weight over the four years studied.

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