Description
Discover the freshness and robust flavors of our High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken. This vibrant salad is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, making it an ideal choice for a healthy lunch or easy meal prep. Combining tender chicken breast with fiber-rich beans, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also fuels your day with essential protein. In just 11 minutes, you can whip up this colorful salad that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a quick lunch at work or a side dish at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cans canned beans (drained)
- 1.25 pounds cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumbers (diced)
- 1 large red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/3 cup fresh herbs (chopped)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine drained canned beans and bite-sized pieces of cooked chicken breast.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, diced red bell pepper, and chopped fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon vinegar, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine without mashing the ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg