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Vibrant protein-packed salad bowl with avocado, tomatoes, chickpeas, eggs, sprouts, and beans, served with creamy dressing.

Ultimate Healthy Protein-Packed Power Salad – Easy, Quick & Delicious!

A wholesome, high-protein salad featuring avocado, roasted chickpeas, eggs, and creamy yogurt dressing — perfect for meal prep, post-workout meals, or a quick lunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine healthy, Mediterranean
Servings 2
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas drained and roasted
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes red & yellow, halved
  • 2 boiled eggs halved
  • 1 cup mixed greens arugula, spinach, etc.
  • ¼ cup red kidney beans optional for extra protein
  • 2 dates sliced (for a hint of sweetness)
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • Fresh sprouts for garnish

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Roast Chickpeas: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chickpeas with a drizzle of oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  • Prepare Ingredients: Slice avocado, halve eggs and tomatoes, and rinse greens.
  • Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, layer greens, roasted chickpeas, avocado, tomatoes, eggs, and beans.
  • Top & Serve: Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle with seeds and sprouts, and enjoy immediately!

Notes

Tips & Variations

Add grains: Mix in cooked quinoa, farro, or brown rice for a heartier bowl.
Make it vegan: Omit eggs and use vegan yogurt or tahini dressing.
Dressing swap: Try balsamic vinaigrette or tahini-lemon dressing.
Extra crunch: Add roasted edamame, nuts, or sunflower seeds.
Flavor twist: Sprinkle smoked paprika or chili flakes over chickpeas for spice.

Storage

Meal prep: Store components separately (greens, chickpeas, avocado, dressing) for up to 3 days.
Refrigerate: Keep chickpeas in an airtight container to maintain crispiness.
Assemble: Combine just before serving for best texture.
Keyword avocado salad, chickpea salad, clean eating meals, healthy food, protein salad, protein salad bowl