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High-Protein Meal Prep Salads

A nutritious and filling salad packed with high-quality protein sources, perfect for meal prepping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups quinoa rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chickpeas canned or cooked
  • 1 cup diced grilled chicken breast cooked and cooled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cups feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cups red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cups olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, usually about 15 minutes, then fluff with a fork and let cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chickpeas, diced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and red onion.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine until everything is evenly coated.
  • Divide the salad into four meal prep containers, ensuring each container has an equal portion of the salad.
  • Seal the containers and store in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or protein sources. For best flavor, let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before eating. Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness.