Lentil, Broccoli & Feta Salad

Name: Lentil, Broccoli & Feta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 200 g Cooked green lentils; 200 g Steamed broccoli; 40 g Feta; 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1 tbsp Lemon juice; Parsley, salt, pepper

25 minVegetarianGluten-freeHigh fiberGut healthNo-cookMenstrual phaseSalads

Servings:

Ingredients

—Cooked green lentils — 200 g
—Broccoli — 200 g
—Feta cheese — 40 gcheck it's suitable for vegetarians
—Olive oil — 2 tbsp
—Lemon juice — 1 tbsp
—Fresh parsley

Allergens

Contains dairy

Method

01Cook the lentils according to the packet instructions and let them cool.
02Steam the broccoli for 4–5 minutes until bright green, then cool.
03Combine the lentils, broccoli and crumbled feta in a bowl.
04Dress with the olive oil and lemon juice.
05Sprinkle with parsley and season with salt to taste.

Why this works

Lentils are a source of iron and soluble fibre, helping replenish what is lost during the menstrual phase. Broccoli adds extra fibre and vitamin C.

Sources

Effect of dietary pulse intake on established therapeutic lipid targets for cardiovascular risk reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials — CMAJ, 2014

Nutrition (per serving)

323

kcal

15.5g

protein

18g

fat

27.5g

carbs

10.3g

fiber

Always check product labels for allergens.