High Protein Classic Ranch Salad
Elevate your salad game with this High Protein Classic Ranch Salad, a vibrant and nutritious twist on a beloved favorite. Packed with lean grilled chicken breast, creamy Greek yogurt, hearty quinoa, and protein-rich chickpeas, this dish is ideal for health-conscious eaters craving bold flavors without compromising on nutrition. Fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion create a colorful base, while a homemade ranch dressing made with low-fat buttermilk, garlic, dill, and parsley ties each bite together. Ready in just 35 minutes, this satisfying salad offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making it a go-to meal for busy weeknights or refreshing lunch options. Boost your protein intake the delicious way with this wholesome and crave-worthy recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 can (15 ounces) Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken breasts and season with salt and black pepper.
Grill the chicken breasts for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, cooked quinoa, and chickpeas.
In a separate bowl, prepare the ranch dressing by mixing Greek yogurt, low-fat buttermilk, remaining olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, and salt.
Pour the ranch dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Arrange the salad on plates and top with grilled chicken slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy a protein-packed, delicious ranch salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.9 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 4123 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.6 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.4 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.0 g | ||
| Protein | 153.4 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 997 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 5111 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
