Description
Protein-packed salad bowls bring Mediterranean flavors to life with fresh ingredients and zesty dressing. Crisp vegetables, lean proteins, and tangy herbs create a nutritious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Components:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Fresh Vegetables and Fruits:
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Chop cucumber into uniform cubes, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice avocado into thin wedges with precision.
- Carefully slice hard-boiled eggs in half, ensuring clean and symmetrical cuts.
- Prepare a zesty vinaigrette by whisking olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Layer chickpeas as the protein base in a serving bowl, creating an even foundation for the salad.
- Artfully arrange cucumber, tomato halves, avocado slices, and egg halves over the chickpeas, creating a visually appealing color palette.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly across the salad, ensuring each ingredient receives a light coating of flavor.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley leaves on top for a vibrant green garnish and additional herbal notes.
- Gently toss all ingredients to distribute the dressing and blend flavors without breaking delicate components.
- Serve immediately at room temperature for optimal taste and texture, enjoying the nutritious and refreshing protein bowl.
Notes
- Swap chickpeas with quinoa or lentils for different protein options that keep the dish nutritionally balanced and exciting.
- Customize the dressing by adding fresh herbs like dill or basil to enhance flavor complexity without extra calories.
- Make the salad vegan-friendly by replacing eggs with roasted tofu or tempeh cubes for a protein-packed alternative.
- Prep ingredients in advance and store separately to maintain freshness and crunch, preventing soggy salad textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 333 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg