Heart Healthy Mediterranean Lentil Power Bowl

Heart Healthy Mediterranean Lentil Power Bowl

(Serves 2-4)

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked lentils

• 4–6 cups arugula, spinach, or mixed greens

• 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage

• 2 cups cucumber, chopped

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ½-1 avocado, sliced (optional)

• ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• ¼ cup fresh sprouts of choice

Creamy Lemon Tahini Dressing

• 2 tbsp tahini (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1–2 garlic cloves, minced

• 3–5 tbsp warm water (to thin)

• Fresh black pepper

• Optional: 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• Optional: pinch cumin or smoked paprika or other spice of choice

Directions

1. Add greens and cabbage to a large bowl or platter.

2. Layer lentils, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, avocado (if using).

3. Whisk dressing until smooth and creamy.

4. Drizzle over bowl just before serving. Toss lightly.

5. Top with fresh herbs and sprouts

Heart-Healthy Boosts

• Add beets for nitric oxide support

• Add extra herbs or spices for polyphenols

• Top with pomegranate arils

• Serve with a side of berries

Let us know in the comments if you tried this heart healthy Mediterranean Lentil Power Bowl and how you customized this dish. Enjoy!

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