Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken, a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for any meal. This salad combines protein-packed chicken and fiber-rich beans with fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. With a zesty lemon dressing that brightens every bite, this versatile recipe can be enjoyed on its own, wrapped in a tortilla, or served over greens. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or seeking quick weeknight dinners, this salad is sure to please!
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)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Fresh herbs, garlic powder, salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine drained beans, cooked chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and chopped herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg