High Protein Salad
High protein salads are a vibrant and nutritious way to fuel your body while delighting your taste buds. This colorful salad features a delightful mix of quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, making it an excellent choice for any meal—be it a light lunch or a festive gathering. Packed with protein and fiber, this dish keeps you satisfied without feeling heavy. Plus, it’s quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy the fresh flavors and appealing presentation that make this high protein salad a standout option for everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth in a large pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let cool.
- While the quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Add chopped herbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled quinoa, chickpeas, chopped veggies, and crumbled feta cheese; mix well.
- For the dressing, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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