Description
A bright and crunchy high protein salad packed with grilled chicken or tofu, creamy avocado, and tangy lemon dressing, perfect for any meal of the day.
Ingredients
- Mixed greens (spinach, kale, arugula)
- Cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Red onion
- Grilled chicken breast or tofu
- Chickpeas
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Avocado
- Feta cheese or cottage cheese
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Wash the mixed greens and place them in a large bowl. Pat them dry. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, and add to the greens.
- Mixing: Rinse and drain the chickpeas, then add them to the bowl. Crumble feta cheese or scoop cottage cheese into the bowl.
- Cooking: Grill or pan-sear the chicken or tofu until cooked through (6–8 minutes per side). Slice the cooked protein and add it to the salad, along with sliced hard-boiled eggs and avocado.
- Finishing: Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve on chilled plates for a refreshing meal. Store components separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 185mg