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High-Protein Vegan Power Salad




Looking for a healthy high-protein salad? This vegan powerhouse checks all the boxes. It's packed with vitamins and antioxidants to boost your immune system.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa (about 8g protein)

  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas (about 15g protein)

  • 1 cup steamed edamame (about 17g protein)

  • 1/2 cup diced tempeh or tofu (about 10g protein)

  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (about 9g protein)

  • 2 cups baby spinach or kale

  • 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes

  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced

  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced

  • 1 small carrot, shredded

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp tahini

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce

  • 1 tsp maple syrup

  • Water to thin as needed

Instructions

  1. Combine quinoa, chickpeas, edamame, tempeh or tofu, and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl.

  2. Add the spinach or kale, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and carrot.

  3. Whisk dressing ingredients together until smooth. Thin with water as needed.

  4. Toss salad with dressing. Serve immediately, or chill for later.

Nutrition Note

This recipe provides a robust mix of essential amino acids and about 30–40g of protein per large serving, depending on the brand and precise measurements. For optimal protein quality, pairing legumes (chickpeas, edamame) with grains (quinoa) and seeds (pumpkin) is recommended (Nutrition Reviews).

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