High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken
Try this fresh and flavorful Dense Bean Salad with Chicken. It is a healthy and high-protein lunch recipe that is easy to meal prep and full of filling fiber!
Servings 5 servings
Calories 533kcal
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 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
- ⅓ cup fresh herbs chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon lemon vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl.3 cans canned beans, 1.25 pounds cooked chicken breast, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup cucumbers, ⅓ cup fresh herbs
- In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Use a whisk to incorporate.1 large red bell pepper, ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoon lemon vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Gently pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.salt and pepper
Notes
Which Beans to Use: Choose whatever combination of beans you prefer. I use the Bean Trio canned beans from Whole Foods. 2-3 types of beans are ideal.
Make Ahead: Store in glass meal prep containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 27g
