High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors and satisfying textures of this High-Protein Dense Bean Salad with Chicken. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this salad is a nourishing blend of protein-rich chicken, fiber-packed beans, and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with a zesty dressing that brings it to life. Ideal for meal prep, this dish can be made in just 10 minutes and stored for quick on-the-go meals throughout the week. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply need a nutritious meal, this versatile salad fits every occasion. Enjoy it as a main dish or side, and feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
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 mixing bowl, combine the drained beans, cooked chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and fresh herbs.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon vinegar (or red wine vinegar), garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently mix until everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 533
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 589mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 78mg