I love food that’s affordable and easy to prep, and recently I’ve been all about tomato salad. I tried a few different combinations of greens, but I keep coming back to this one.
The ratios on the vegetables I use in my salad differs depending on what I’ve got in my fridge. But for this batch, I used about 15 cherry tomatoes, 4 regular sized carrots, half a cucumber, 1 small cup of couscous, one box of chickpeas, one box of lentils, and about a tablespoon of each of the spices.
A batch like this will usually last me for 2-3 days. It’s perfect as a meal on its own, or you can have it as a side dish.
If you want to add some extra moisture to your salad, add some balsamico, French or other dressing of your choice.
Quick and Easy!
- Rinse veggies and cut them into as big or small pieces as you like.
- Boil water for your couscous. I use 1 cup of boiled water for 1 cup of couscous. Add the spices to the couscous before you add the water. Let it sit under a lid for about 5 minutes.
- Add lentils and chickpeas to the bowl.
- Mix it all together in a bowl.
- Add basil on top for that little something extra.
- Now enjoy!
So tasty, and it’s good for you!
Cherry tomatoes:
- Cherry tomatoes are high in potassium which may help lowering blood pressure.
Carrots:
- Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. They are also a good source of several B-vitamins, vitamin K, and potassium. It’s also loaded with fiber and antioxidants.
- Carrot consumption has been linked with reduced risk of cancer and heart disease, and improved eye health.
- Carrots can also be good for your dental health because chewing on crunchy veggies is like using a natural toothbrush (But remember to also brush your teeth lovelies😜)
Cucumber:
- Cucumbers contain antioxidants, including flavonoids and tannins, which prevent the accumulation of harmful free radicals and may reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Chickpeas:
- Chickpeas are high in protein and fiber.
- Chickpeas have many characteristics that may help prevent some chronic illnesses, including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.
Red lentils:
- Lentils are high in iron, folate and protein.
Turmeric:
- Turmeric and especially its most active compound curcumin have many scientifically-proven health benefits, such as the potential to prevent heart disease, Alzheimer’s and cancer.
- It’s a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant and may also help improve symptoms of depression and arthritis.
Christina de Vries 