Vibrant broccoli and pulses protein power salad

This protein-packed broccoli-pulses salad brings in the crunchiness of vegetables along with the softness of the pulses. As it is a nutrient-rich dish, it can be taken as a proper meal, which will provide fullness without compromising the flavour.

Ingredients

• Broccoli - boiled, ½ cup
• Cherry tomatoes - cut into halves, ¼ cup
• Cucumber - cut into small cubes, ¼ cup
• Boiled potatoes - cut into cubes, ¼ cup
• Green apple - cut into cubes, ¼ cup
• Black chickpeas - boiled, ¼ cup
• Green gram - boiled, ¼ cup
• Carrot - cut into cubes, ¼ cup
• Green chilli- chopped, 1
• Black olives - sliced, 5
• Black sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• White sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic mayonnaise - 3 tablespoons
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Preparation

In a bowl, add all the vegetables, pulses and seeds; give them a good mix without smashing the vegetables.

For the dressing, in a bottle, add mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice and salt, and shake it well. Pour the dressing into the salad and mix it all together softly.

You may have the salad as such or have it along with a boiled egg and toasted bread to make it a filling meal.