Loaded bean salad
This Dense Bean Salad keeps you full for hours! Black beans, lentils, veggies, kale, seeds and a creamy, lemony dressing. High Protein, High fiber, anti-inflammatory (17 grams Protein, 14 grams fiber per serving. Gluten-free, Nut-free, option for soy-free)

This is my anti-inflammatory dense bean salad. Dense bean salads have been trending, and they are just amazing hearty meals with tons of beans and so many different combinations of flavors, textures, and veggies that you can add to them.
Beans, along with all of the vegetables and other ingredients in this salad, are a great source of fiber, protein, iron, and zinc.

The whole bowl has 65+ grams or more of protein, 50+ grams of fiber, 20+ milligrams of iron, and loads of vitamin C from the tomatoes, peppers, and lemon to help your body absorb all of that iron. There are omega-3s from the hemp seeds, along with pumpkin seeds, making this an incredibly nutrient-dense meal.

This is a great, budget-friendly, easy-to-put-together salad. There is no cooking involved. You just have to chop everything, make the dressing, toss it all together, and itβs ready. Itβs also perfect for meal prep because the flavors enhance as the salad sits. The next day, itβs even more flavorful because the beans absorb all of that delicious dressing.
Serve this dense bean salad with tortilla chips, toasted sourdough or garlic bread, added to wraps or tacos, or served over grains, such as quinoa or farro. There are endless possibilities with this salad!



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Looking for a quick, creamy and protein-packed lunch that doesnβt feel like βdiet foodβ? This high protein Greek yogurt chicken salad is exactly what you need! It comes together in minutes, needs no complicated dressing and is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner or easy meal prep.
If you think chicken salad has to be boring, dry or overloaded with mayonnaise, this high protein Greek yogurt chicken salad is here to change your mind!
Tender shredded chicken is tossed with creamy Greek yogurt based dressing along with a few other delightful ingredients to make a salad that is creamy, fresh, crunchy and incredibly satisfying.
As you will see from the ingredients below, the sweet-and-savory combination is what makes this chicken salad so addictive, while Greek yogurt keeps it light and protein-packed.
It takes just a few minutes to put together and tastes even better after a little time in the refrigerator.
Perfect for a quick lunch, easy meal prep or those days when you want something wholesome without spending hours in the kitchen.
What is Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad?
Greek yogurt chicken salad is a creamy chicken salad made by combining cooked and shredded chicken with Greek yogurt, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs and a few flavorful additions.
Unlike traditional chicken salad, which is often made with mayonnaise-based dressing, this version uses plain Greek yogurt as the creamy base.
Greek yogurt adds a delicious tanginess along with extra protein, while Dijon mustard brings a subtle sharpness that balances the sweetness of the grapes.
The combination of tender chicken, juicy grapes, crisp celery, crunchy salted cashews and creamy yogurt gives this salad a wonderful contrast of textures and flavors in every bite.
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Seriously satisfying high protein salad with edamame, crispy tempeh, cabbage, carrots, kale, in a creamy peanut gochujang dressing. 23 gms of protein, meal prep friendly. (gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free options)

This salad is so hearty, crunchy, and delicious. It has a ton of protein, fiber, vitamins, and iron. It packs over 100 grams of protein in the whole bowl, plus 30 grams of fiber, and 19 grams of iron. Itβs also a great source of vitamins A, C, and K.
This is a salad thatβs going to keep you satiated and satisfy your taste buds because thereβs so much flavor in the dressing. I use a peanut gochujang dressing because that flavor combination is just fire. Everybody loves a peanut butter dressing, and weβre going to level it up with some gochujang. Itβs so good!

Thereβs protein from the creamy peanut gochujang dressing, sesame seeds and peanuts, crispy, crumbled gochujang tempeh and edamame! We add lots of veggies for even more fiber, including cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, snap peas, green onion, and kale. You can use whichever veggies you have on hand, and use more or less to taste. If you donβt like cabbage, use lettuce instead. If youβd like more carrots, add more carrots. Just play around with the amounts based on your preference.
Then weβre going to add crispy tempeh which has been toasted and coated in a sticky gochujang and lime zest glaze, which is so amazing in this salad.Β This is the best way to eat tempeh!

We also add some edamame. I like to cook the edamame a little, then add soy sauce and garlic because that adds another layer of flavor and texture to the gochujang salad. You can also add the edamame as is if you prefer.
Then there are sesame seeds and peanuts for added crunch and even more protein. The peanut butter dressing is very flavorful. If youβre allergic to peanuts, use almond butter or cashew butter instead.


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Flavor-packed lentil dip comes together fast with serious protein and fiber punch! Lentils, roasted corn, veggies and crispy capers with herby pepper lime dressing is perfect for parties, potlucks, cookouts, and snacking! (gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free) High fiber, protein and iron!

This is the perfect lentil dip for summer. I was inspired by a lentil dip that went viral on TikTok, where you just take some lentils, add bruschetta and feta, Instead of those flavors, weβre adding a load of veggies and a fantastic dressing, and also crisp capers! All these flavors and textures have made this my fave this summer!
This lentil dip is a great source of protein, fiber, vitamin C, B vitamins, potassium, magnesium, and iron and omegas. Protein from the lentils hemp seeds nutritional yeast, fiber from the veggies, lentils, kale. Major flavor boost from the Crispy capers! This indulgent Lentil dip packs a flavor and nutrition punch!

Thereβs the protein from the lentils. There are the fresh, crunchy veggies, jalapeΓ±o, and onion. Thereβs sweetness from the corn and the apple, the tart freshness from the cherry tomatoes, and refreshing vibrancy from the lime zest.Β
Thereβs also kale in the dip, hidden along with some herbs, so itβs a great way to sneak in kale.
The nutritional yeast adds a bit of cheesiness and protein, while the hemp seeds bump up the protein and texture even more. And all of that balances out with a hint of spice from the jalapeΓ±o and the pepper flakes and a savory burst of flavor from the crispy capers.

You can use whichever veggies you have on hand. If you donβt like lentils, you can use chickpeas or white beans and add some more spices to the dressing.Β
Make this dip and serve it with tortilla chips, crispy crackers, garlic bread or baguette slices. You can also use it to make wraps with pita bread or tortillas. Itβs a versatile lentil dip that will disappear in no time.Β


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