Recipe 1: Quinoa and Chickpea Salad
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
**Instructions:**
1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool to room temperature.
2. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.
Recipe 2: Lentil and Vegetable Stir-Fry
**Ingredients:**
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked brown rice, for serving
**Instructions:**
1. Cook lentils according to package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Stir in cooked lentils, soy sauce, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, mixing well.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
6. Serve over cooked brown
Recipe 3: Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
**Ingredients:**
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Corn tortillas
- Lime wedges, for serving
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, chilli powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread on a baking sheet.
3. Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy, stirring halfway through.
4. In a small saucepan, heat black beans until warmed through.
5. Assemble tacos by placing roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, avocado slices, red onion, and cilantro on corn tortillas.
6. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
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These recipes are rich in fibre and nutrients, making them healthy choices for any meal. Enjoy!
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