Description
Elevate your meals with these vibrant high protein salads that blend nutritious ingredients like quinoa, fresh vegetables, and protein-rich chickpeas. Perfect for a light lunch or as a colorful centerpiece at gatherings, this salad not only satisfies your hunger but also fuels your body with essential nutrients. Experience the delightful mix of flavors and textures while enjoying the ease of preparation in just 30 minutes. With endless possibilities for customization, you can create your ideal salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup plant-based 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. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let it cool.
- While quinoa is cooking, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber; add chopped herbs.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled quinoa, chickpeas, chopped veggies, and plant-based cheese until well combined.
- Whisk together olive oil and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the salad.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients with dressing. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg