Indian-Inspired Cholesterol-Lowering Salad
A delicious and heart-healthy salad inspired by Indian flavors, designed to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, crushed
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle crushed peanuts on top before serving.
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious Indian-inspired salad as a side dish or a light meal.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 200 |
| Protein (g) | 6 |
| Carbs (g) | 20 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 5 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |