Power Salad with Protein Boost (65g Protein)
Elevate your meal prep with this Power Salad, packed with a protein boost to keep you full and energized! Combining your choice of lean meats or shrimp with hard-boiled eggs, nutritious legumes, and an abundance of fresh vegetables, this salad is a fiber-rich, high-protein champion. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or a light, yet fulfilling dinner.
Versatile Ingredients
- 8oz (225g) cooked lean protein (e.g., grilled chicken breast, baked salmon fillet, lean steak strips, or cooked shrimp)
- 3 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered or sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked black beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained (approx. 1 serving)
- 5-6 cups mixed greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula, spring mix)
- 2 cups mixed raw vegetables, chopped (e.g., cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, red onion)
- 2-3 tbsp red wine vinegar (or your favorite light vinaigrette dressing)
- Optional: Salt, black pepper, herbs to taste
Customize with your favorite lean protein and veggies!
Nutritional Punch
551
Approx. Calories
65
Grams of Protein
Macros vary based on protein choice and portion sizes.
Simple Assembly Steps
- 1
Prepare Protein & Eggs (if needed)
Cook your chosen protein (grill chicken/steak, bake salmon, cook shrimp) and hard-boil the eggs if you haven't already. Allow them to cool. For meal prep, do this in larger batches.
- 2
Wash and Chop Vegetables
Thoroughly wash and chop all your salad greens and raw vegetables. Combine them in a large salad bowl or meal prep container.
- 3
Add Protein Components
Slice or dice your cooked protein. Add it to the salad base along with the quartered/sliced hard-boiled eggs and the rinsed black beans or chickpeas.
- 4
Dress and Toss (or Pack)
Drizzle with red wine vinegar or your preferred light dressing. Season with salt, pepper, or herbs if desired. If eating immediately, toss gently to combine. For meal prep, it's often best to store the dressing separately and add it just before serving to keep the salad crisp.
- 5
Enjoy Your Power Salad
Serve immediately or pack for a delicious and nutritious lunch that will keep you fueled for hours. This salad is incredibly versatile, so feel free to swap veggies or legumes based on preference!
Perfect for Packed Lunches & Meal Prep!
This power salad is a meal prep dream. Prepare your protein, hard-boiled eggs, and chop veggies in advance. Store them separately or in divided containers. Assemble your salad fresh each day or morning, adding the dressing just before you eat to maintain maximum crispness. It's a fantastic way to ensure you have a healthy, protein-packed lunch ready to go throughout your busy week.
