Protein Power Salad
Alex Ritson
over 1 year ago
This salad is packed with protein and nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day.
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Serving Size
4
Nutrition Per Serving
Cal
400
Protein
15g
Fat
20g
Sat Fat
5g
Carbs
45g
Chole
20mg
Fiber
10g
Sugar
5g
Sodium
600mg
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, mint, cilantro, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese over the top of the salad and serve immediately.
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