Description
This Healthy Protein Salad Bowl is a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick and easy lunch. Packed with a variety of fresh ingredients and protein sources, this salad bowl is a flavorful and balanced option for a meal on the go.
Ingredients
Mixed Greens:
2 cups
Cooked Quinoa:
1/2 cup
Canned Chickpeas (drained and rinsed):
1/2 cup
Grilled Chicken Breast (sliced):
1/2 cup
Shredded Carrots:
1/4 cup
Diced Cucumber:
1/4 cup
Cherry Tomatoes (halved):
1/4 cup
Avocado (sliced):
1/4
Hummus or Vinaigrette:
2 tablespoons
Sunflower Seeds or Chopped Almonds:
1 tablespoon
Salt and Pepper:
to taste
Instructions
- Layer the Greens: In a large bowl, layer the mixed greens as the base.
- Add Ingredients: Add quinoa, chickpeas, grilled chicken, carrots, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and avocado in sections or rows.
- Top and Season: Top with hummus or vinaigrette. Sprinkle sunflower seeds or chopped almonds. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss or Enjoy: Toss before eating or enjoy layered.
Notes
- You can swap chicken for tofu or hard-boiled eggs for a vegetarian option.
- Prep ingredients in advance for easy lunches throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
