Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken, a perfect choice for anyone seeking a nutritious and satisfying meal. This delightful salad combines protein-packed chicken and fiber-rich beans with fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, creating a colorful and tasty dish that’s ideal for lunch, picnics, or family gatherings. With its quick preparation time of just 11 minutes, you can easily whip up this healthy recipe for meal prep or a refreshing side dish. Enjoy the customizable nature of this salad by adjusting the herbs and veggies to suit your preferences.
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 mixing bowl, combine drained canned beans, cooked chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, diced red bell pepper, and chopped fresh herbs.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon vinegar (or red wine vinegar), garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg