Protein Salad
Recipe for a protein-packed salad that includes chickpeas and paneer, with a tangy honey lemon vinaigrette dressing:
Ingredients for the salad:
1 head of oak leaf lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 head of green leaf lettuce, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
8 ounces of paneer, cubed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup of sliced black olives
Ingredients for the honey lemon vinaigrette:
1/4 cup of lemon juice
1/4 cup of olive oil
1 tablespoon of honey
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the oak leaf lettuce, green leaf lettuce, chickpeas, paneer, red bell pepper, and sliced black olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, and salt and pepper to make the honey lemon vinaigrette.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.
- Serve the protein salad immediately.
This protein salad is a delicious and healthy way to incorporate plant-based protein into your diet, with the addition of chickpeas, paneer, and black olives. The honey lemon vinaigrette adds a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the flavours of the salad. Oak leaf lettuce and green leaf lettuce are also rich in antioxidants and other nutrients that promote good health. Enjoy this protein-packed salad for a satisfying and nutritious meal!
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