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protein-packed salad

protein-packed salad

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  • Author: Lucia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Française

Description

Discover how to create a delicious protein-packed salad that boosts your energy and satisfies your hunger. Perfect for a healthy meal option, learn the secrets now!


Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240 ml) spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) purple cabbage
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) edamame, shelled
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) beets, cooked and chopped (save time by buying pre-cooked beets)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) slivered almonds
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) cooked lentils (we purchase them pre-cooked)
  • Salad Dressing of Choice


Instructions

  1. Chop the spinach and purple cabbage finely using a food processor.
  2. Combine them in a bowl with the grated carrot, shelled edamame, cut beets, slivered almonds, and cooked lentils.
  3. Pour your preferred salad dressing over the mixture. We opted for Green Goddess Dressing from Trader Joe’s.

Notes

  • Chop spinach and purple cabbage finely to mix well for a flavorful bitenToast slivered almonds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes for added crunchnRinse pre-cooked beets and lentils under cold water to boost freshness