Posted on March 24, 2015 by Jenny Cromack

Lunch is always the meal that people fail to prepare and it often results in grabbing the nearest option between meetings. This is absolutely fine if you know what you are eating has been freshly prepared, however pre planning lunches can not only save your fitness goals but your bank balance. Take a look at this healthy bean and chilli tomato salad recipe that can be made in bulk to save time. Add meat or fish for more protein

Serves 4

Kcal 116 Protein 6g, carbs 16g, fat 4g sat 0

540g jar large butter beans

500g tomatoes, peeled and cored

1 red chilli

bunch basil

1 garlic clove

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

Drain and rinse the butter bean, chop and add the tomatoes. Place the chilli, basil, garlic, olive oil and vinegar in the food processor until smooth. Add to the tomatoes and beans, season and mix. Serve scattered with a few small leaves