High Protein Salads
This high protein salad combines quinoa, chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and feta with a zesty lemon dressing. It’s light yet filling, perfect for meal prep, and packed with plant-based protein and refreshing flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (after quinoa is cooked)
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions, then let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, and quinoa.
- Add crumbled feta and chopped parsley or cilantro.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors blend.
Notes
Add avocado for extra creaminess.
Swap feta for goat cheese or use vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
Toss in extra veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
Top with grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for more protein.
Add nuts or seeds for crunch and healthy fats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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