This salad is so versatile! It’s perfect to enjoy on its own, as it’s full of flavour and texture. But it’s also great to serve alongside meat or when you’re having people over. You can prepare everything in advance. Just add the avocado, pine nuts, goat’s cheese and dressing before you serve.
Bring a medium saucepan of water to the boil. Add the lentils and cook for about 12–15 minutes (check the packet instructions). Drain, run under cold water and set aside.
For the dressing: Mix all the ingredients in a small bowl. Season well and adjust to taste.
In a large bowl, place the lentils, chickpeas, cucumber, capsicum, cherry tomatoes, spring onion, olives, mint and dill. Add half the dressing and give it a good toss. Arrange the salad on a plate, top with the goat’s cheese, avocado and pine nuts. Feel free to drizzle the remaining salad dressing over the top. Season well.