They are considered a nutritious and energetic option. Legume salads are a perfect and appetizing choice for warm weather. Legumes are also considered essential for a balanced diet and are basic in the Mediterranean diet; moreover, they are the main ingredient in numerous dishes that are perfect for "warming up." But their most important properties are the contribution of vitamins, proteins, fibers, and minerals, making them more than recommendable even in warm weather. You just need to prepare them in a lighter and more novel way to make them visually and palatably appealing. They offer many more possibilities than you think, and they have other advantages to consider: they are economical, easy to prepare (perfect for having a starter or a salad made in advance and at its best at mealtime). Lentils, beans, chickpeas, peas, are some of the ingredients that will allow you to unleash your imagination in the kitchen because when combined with spices and dressings, they yield great results with minimal effort. Recommended Cooking Recipes Take note of these legume salad recipes that will be very useful to you, in addition to being delicious and nutritious. (we recommend clicking on the recipe title for more details) Bean Salad A very popular salad in Turkey and Greece. It is rich and nutritious. Crispy Vegetable Tartare It is a light appetizer, easy to prepare, and very impressive. Roasted Vegetables with Lemon A delicious side dish for meats and poultry, with roasted potatoes and carrots with a touch of lemon and scallions.