High-Protein Meal-Prep Salad
Elevate your meal prep game with this vibrant High-Protein Meal-Prep Salad, designed to fuel your busy week with wholesome ingredients and delicious flavors. Packed with nutrient-dense components like lentils, grains, and fresh vegetables, this salad is a powerhouse of protein that not only satisfies your hunger but also supports your overall health. With just 13 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up a batch to enjoy throughout the week. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup uncooked French lentils
- 1 cup uncooked kamut
- 1 medium bunch kale, chopped
- 1/2 medium red cabbage, chopped
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Optional: pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, capers
Instructions
- Cook lentils and kamut separately according to package directions until al dente. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine kale, cabbage, green onion, and optional olive oil. Sauté over low heat for about 3 minutes until lightly wilted.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked lentils, kamut, sautéed vegetables, and any optional toppings like pumpkin seeds or capers.
- For the dressing, whisk together tahini, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a jar. Adjust consistency with water as needed.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss well before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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