High Protein Fresh Sprouted Salad
Packed with vibrant flavors and a powerhouse of nutrients, this High Protein Fresh Sprouted Salad is the perfect blend of health and taste. Featuring a medley of sprouted beans like mung, chickpeas, and lentils, this salad is a protein-rich option ideal for anyone looking for a wholesome meal or snack. Crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red bell peppers add crunch, while creamy avocado and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing tie it all together. Fresh cilantro infuses an aromatic, herbaceous note, making this recipe a refreshing addition to your healthy eating repertoire. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make dish is a fantastic way to enjoy a colorful, nutrient-packed meal. Perfect for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed sprouted beans (e.g., mung, chickpea, lentil)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the mixed sprouted beans thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes.
Peel the carrot and grate it coarsely.
Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and chop it into small pieces.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and roughly dice the flesh.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sprouted beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired with more salt or pepper.
Serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.9 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1278 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.1 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3479 mg | 74% | |
*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.
