High Protein Power Salad

🥗 A simple, protein-packed salad to help fuel your strength and active lifestyle.

Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean complicated meals or restrictive diets. This satisfying salad combines lean protein, fiber, healthy fats, and fresh vegetables to help keep you fueled and feeling good.

Perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or a post-activity meal.

Ingredients

• 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
• 8 oz cooked chicken breast, sliced
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup cucumber, diced
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Directions

1. Add the greens to a large bowl.
2. Top with chicken and chickpeas.
3. Add tomatoes, cucumber, and feta.
4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Serve immediately or keep the dressing separate for leftovers.

Easy swaps: Try grilled salmon, shrimp, or tofu instead of chicken. For a dairy-free option, swap feta for hemp seeds or walnuts.

Nutrition per serving: 425 calories | 33g protein | 20g fat | 23g carbs | 6g fiber

💪 For active adults over 50, getting enough protein and nutrient-dense foods can be an important part of supporting strength, energy, and an active lifestyle.

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