High Protein Kale and Cabbage Salad
Packed with vibrant colors, bold flavors, and an impressive boost of plant-based protein, this High Protein Kale and Cabbage Salad is the ultimate wholesome meal-in-a-bowl. Featuring a nutritious medley of kale, crunchy cabbage, creamy chickpeas, and quinoa, this salad is a powerhouse of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The zesty, tahini-lemon dressing adds a rich, tangy twist, while pumpkin seeds offer the perfect crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it's an ideal dish for meal prep or a quick lunch. Gluten-free, vegan, and incredibly satisfying, this salad is a delicious way to fuel your day with protein and fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups kale
- 2 cups cabbage
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 whole red bell pepper
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by rinsing the kale and cabbage thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Remove the kale leaves from their stems and tear them into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Thinly slice the cabbage and add it to the bowl with the kale.
Rinse and drain the chickpeas from the can, then add them to the bowl with the greens.
Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and mix it into the salad.
Add the cooked quinoa to the salad mixture, spreading it evenly.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining lemon juice, olive oil, tahini, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated.
Sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top for added crunch and protein.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.6 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1358 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.0 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.4 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 78.5 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2924 mg | 225% | |
| Iron | 10738.0 mg | 59656% | |
| Potassium | 3159 mg | 67% | |
*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.
