Description
Try this fresh and flavorful High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken, a nutritious and satisfying option for lunch or gatherings. Packed with protein from tender chicken and hearty beans, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile. In just 11 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant dish that’s brimming with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a quick meal, this salad will keep you energized throughout your busy day.
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 the drained canned beans, cooked chicken breast, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, diced red bell pepper, and chopped fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon vinegar, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg