Description
Indulge in this vibrant High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that promises a nutritious meal in minutes. This salad is not only quick to prepare but also brimming with fiber and protein, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. With tender chicken, hearty beans, and fresh veggies all tossed in a zesty dressing, this dish is designed to satisfy your hunger while keeping your health goals in check. Enjoy it as a main course, a filling side, or pack it for lunch – the possibilities are endless!
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 bowl, combine drained beans, cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and fresh herbs. Mix gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon vinegar (or red wine vinegar), garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently mix until everything is coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg