High Protein Salads
A vibrant selection of high protein salads, perfect for meal prep, filled with hearty grains, vegetables, and protein-rich ingredients to keep you satisfied.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice Cook according to package instructions
- 1 can chickpeas or black beans Rinsed and drained
- 1 cup grilled chicken or tofu Cooked and diced
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved
- 1 cup cucumbers Diced
- 1 cup bell peppers Sliced
- 1 fruit avocado Sliced or diced if using immediately
Dressing and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese or nutritional yeast Crumbled, if using
Herbs
- to taste your favorite herbs (basil, parsley, etc.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions and let it cool.
- Chop and prep your veggies: dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice bell peppers.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine the greens, quinoa or rice, chickpeas, and grilled chicken or tofu.
- Toss in the vegetables and crumble feta cheese (if using).
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and give it a good mix!
Storage
- Divide into meal prep containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Notes
These salads are perfect for meal prep. Store grains separately if you prefer crunch over mush, and consider storing avocado separately to keep everything fresh.