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High Protein Salad

These vibrant and protein-rich salads are incredibly easy to make, customizable, and perfect for meal prep, keeping you satisfied throughout the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Meal Prep, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups Mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
  • 1 cup Quinoa or brown rice Cook according to package instructions
  • 1 can Chickpeas or black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups Grilled chicken or tofu Sliced or cubed
Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Diced
  • 1 cup Bell peppers Sliced
  • 1 avocado Avocado Sliced or diced
Toppings & Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese or nutritional yeast Crumbled
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Your favorite herbs (basil, parsley, etc.)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. Chop and prep your veggies: dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice bell peppers.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine the greens, quinoa or rice, chickpeas, and grilled chicken or tofu.
  2. Toss in the vegetables and crumble feta cheese (if using).
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and give it a good mix!
Storage
  1. Divide into meal prep containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Notes

For best taste and texture, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve. Experiment with different grains and vegetables to suit your preference.