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.
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!