This lentil quinoa salad with courgettes and strawberries is a complete meal and has a delicious tahini dressing.
Lentil & Quinoa Salad with Courgettes & Strawberries – A Fresh & Nourishing Summer Dish
Looking for a vibrant and nutritious dish that captures the essence of summer? This Lentil Quinoa Salad with Courgettes and Strawberries is a delightful fusion of flavours and textures, perfect for a light lunch or a satisfying dinner.
Combining protein-rich puy lentils and quinoa, this fruity salad offers a hearty base that’s both filling and healthful. Tender courgette slices roasted in the oven add freshness, while juicy strawberries introduce a sweet-tart contrast. Crumbled feta cheese brings a creamy, salty depth, harmonising the medley of ingredients.
Drizzled with a zesty tahini dressing infused with lime, garlic, and ginger, and garnished with fresh mint, this salad is a celebration of seasonal produce and wholesome eating. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an ideal choice for those seeking a delicious, vegetarian, and gluten-free meal that doesn’t compromise on flavour or nutrition.
To make it even faster, you can use pre-cooked quinoa and lentils, which speeds things up without sacrificing flavour. If you prefer, you can also swap the Puy lentils for beluga lentils, which work just as well and add a nice texture to the salad.
Other summer salads to try
- Mediterranean Spiralized Courgette Salad
- Peach, Fennel & Goat Cheese Salad
- Marinated Courgette Salad with Capers & Olives
- Summer Berry Salad
- Heirloom Tomato Salad
- Super Healthy Summer Salad Bowl with Creamy Avocado Basil Dressing
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Lentil Quinoa Salad with Courgettes and Strawberries
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 150 g quinoa
- 200 g puy lentils
- 275 g courgette
- 200 g strawberries
- 200 g feta cheese
FOR THE DRESSING:
- 1 Tbsp tahini
- 2 Tbsp water
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 garlic clove – crushed
- 1 cm grated ginger root [0.4 inches]
- small bunch of fresh mint
- 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil + extra for grilling
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- Heat some salted water in 2 separate saucepans.
- When boiling, add the quinoa in one saucepan and the lentils in the other. Cook according to packet instructions for around 12-15 mins until cooked. Both the quinoa and lentils should still have a bite. Drain well. Place in a salad bowl to cool down.150 g quinoa, 200 g puy lentils
- In the meantime brush some olive oil in a frying pan.
- Cut the courgette into thin slices and grilled them in the pan. You might need to do this in different batches.275 g courgette
- Make the dressing by mixing together tahini, water, crushed garlic, lime juice, grated ginger, vinegars, olive oil and maple syrup. Season to taste.1 Tbsp tahini, 2 Tbsp water, juice of 1 lime, 1 garlic clove – crushed, 1 cm grated ginger root [0.4 inches], 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 Tbsp cider vinegar, 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil + extra for grilling, 2 tsp maple syrup, salt & pepper
- Hull and quarter the strawberries.200 g strawberries
- Toss the quinoa and lentils together in dressing. Place in a salad bowl or on a large serving platter.
- Carefully mix in the courgette slices and strawberries.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and a handful of mint leaves.200 g feta cheese, small bunch of fresh mint
Nutrition
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