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Protein-Packed Spinach Salad

January 29, 2015 by Medha 60 Comments

This salad has been my go-to for over a year!

Protein-Packed Spinach Salad | Whisk and Shout

It was only when I was thinking over the ingredients that I realized just how much protein it contains.


This is the salad you make so that when someone asks, “But how do you get your protein?” you can shove the bowl at them.

And then grab it back before they can start eating any, because this salad is just that good.

Did I mention it’s also ridiculously easy to put together?

Protein-Packed Spinach Salad | Whisk and Shout

The protein in this salad comes from the chickpeas, tofu, avocado, and chia seeds (and a little bit from the spinach, too!).

  • spinach= 2g
  • chia seeds= 3g
  • tofu= 14g (!!)
  • chickpeas= 6g
  • avocado= 2-3 g

The total comes to a whopping 28g of protein! For men, that’s half the daily intake (in one salad!) and women, that’s over half 🙂

Dress this baby with a little lemon and olive oil, and you’re set!

Protein-Packed Spinach Salad | Whisk and Shout

This is my last post of “Healthy January”… we’ll ease into February with some healthy, some indulgent posts, but I have the most trashed-up recipe I’ve ever imagined coming up towards the end of next month.

I’ve set an entire day in my calendar for that recipe. Get excited!

Enjoy

xx

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Protein Packed Spinach Salad
Author: Whisk & Shout
Recipe type: Lunch
Prep time:  10 mins
Cook time:  30 mins
Total time:  40 mins
Serves: 1
 
This hearty salad boasts 28g of protein a serving and is beyond filling and fresh!
Ingredients
  • 2 cups organic baby spinach
  • 3 oz tofu (I used high protein!)
  • ½ cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 small avocado, diced
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • juice of half a lemon
Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cube the tofu into small pieces and arrange evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes and then toss tofu and return to oven for another 15 minutes or until golden.
  4. Let cool on a wire rack.
  5. Combine spinach, chickpeas, avocado, and tofu. Toss to mix well.
  6. Add lemon juice, olive oil, and chia seeds.
  7. Serve.
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Filed Under: 30 Minutes or Less, Appetizers, Avocado, Gluten Free, Healthy January, Lunch, Minimal Ingredients, One Pot/Pan/Skillet/Bowl, Raw, Salad, Single Serving, Spring Recipes, St. Patrick's Day, Summer Recipes, Vegan

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Comments

  1. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    January 29, 2015 at 8:38 am

    I love adding chia seeds to my salads. I really like the texture, plus the extra protein 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:10 pm

      The texture is what makes it for me 🙂

      Reply
  2. Joanne says

    January 29, 2015 at 8:52 am

    I have to say, I always laugh when people ask how I get my protein. It’s really not that hard, especially if you eat salads like this!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      Exactly!

      Reply
  3. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    January 29, 2015 at 11:14 am

    Spinach salads are my favorite! I love the addition of chia seeds in here, I need to remember that! And chickpeas are the best, too!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:11 pm

      Spinach > lettuce, in my opinion!

      Reply
  4. Kathleen says

    January 29, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    This looks super delicious. But I’m gonna be honest…I’m super excited about your trashed up post! 😉

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:12 pm

      I’m counting down the days to the end of February… it’s going to be pretty epic!

      Reply
  5. Manali @ CookWithManali says

    January 29, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    Healthy and delicious! Love how simple and flavorful this salad is Medha!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:12 pm

      Thanks, Manali 🙂

      Reply
  6. Ashley says

    January 29, 2015 at 9:40 pm

    Yum, what a delicious looking salad! Chickpeas and avocado are some of my very favorites!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 29, 2015 at 10:12 pm

      Mine, too 🙂

      Reply
  7. ruby red apron says

    January 29, 2015 at 10:50 pm

    I loooooove everything in this salad! Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  8. LoveCompassionateLee says

    January 30, 2015 at 12:15 am

    Chia seeds are perfect to add to a salad because they are so filling. I’ll gladly eat a bowlful of spinach and avocado any day! Happy Thursday 🙂

    http://www.lovecompassionatelee.com/

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      They’re so satisfying!

      Reply
  9. GiGi Eats says

    January 30, 2015 at 12:29 am

    Spinach is most definitely my favorite salad green on the face of the planet! I eat it like one might eat potato chips!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      That’s a good habit 🙂

      Reply
  10. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:50 am

    Love everything in this salad, it looks delicious! Spinach salads are my favorite and I love adding chickpeas and avocado too 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks, Kelly 🙂

      Reply
  11. Alessandra // the foodie teen says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:22 am

    Yum, I love jar salads! This one in particular looks absolutely amazing! Love the photos here too!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  12. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:46 am

    That first picture is stunning! I mean, all of them are. All that green? Gor-geous.
    OK, please tell me what the trashed up dessert is now. Please.

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:03 pm

      Ok literally the name itself is so long it’s a hassle to type out. Plus, it’s a major secret… you’re going to have to allow me to build the suspense 🙂

      Reply
  13. Mira says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:13 am

    I’ve been eating chia almost every day lately! Loving this easy and fresh salad!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:03 pm

      Thanks, Mira!

      Reply
  14. Annie @ ciaochowbambina says

    January 30, 2015 at 1:24 pm

    I love everything about this salad and now I’m realizing I’ve never added chia seeds…need to do that! Thanks, Medha!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:31 pm

      They’re soooo good! Thanks, Annie 🙂

      Reply
  15. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    January 30, 2015 at 2:26 pm

    This sounds absolutely delicious!! I’ve never added chia seeds to my salads…such a good idea for a protein boost!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      They’re the best 🙂

      Reply
  16. Linda @ Veganosity says

    January 30, 2015 at 2:48 pm

    Spinach and avocado are two of my favorite things in a salad. I love the addition of chia seeds in yours. I can’t wait to see the “trashed up” recipe. 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 3:48 pm

      Get pumped 🙂

      Reply
  17. Christine @ Cooking with Cakes says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:15 pm

    LOVE this!!! those cubes of avo just drew me right in 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 30, 2015 at 7:23 pm

      Avocado is the BEST 🙂

      Reply
  18. marcie says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:25 pm

    This salad looks so wholesome and delicious! And I can’t wait to see your “trashed up” recipe soon! haha

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 31, 2015 at 1:47 am

      Thanks, Marcie 🙂

      Reply
  19. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Love chia seeds and all over this salad!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 31, 2015 at 1:51 am

      Thanks, Gloria! 🙂

      Reply
  20. Danielle says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    This salad looks incredible, Medha! I love how much protein this has too and I’m always looking for new ways to use chia seeds. Love this!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 31, 2015 at 1:52 am

      Chia seeds = life

      Reply
  21. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:53 pm

    I love this salad so much!!! I always forget about chia seeds!!! I use everything else all the time. totally going to sprinkle some on my next salad!!!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 31, 2015 at 1:47 am

      They’re so great!

      Reply
  22. Jen L | Tartine and Apron Strings says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:24 am

    It’s always nice to have an emergency salad recipe under your belt 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      January 31, 2015 at 1:47 am

      Thanks, Jen 🙂

      Reply
  23. Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says

    February 1, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    I’ve never tried adding chia seeds to my salad! What an interesting idea! Love all the colors and how healthy this salad is! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 1, 2015 at 1:07 pm

      Thanks for the pin!

      Reply
  24. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    February 1, 2015 at 10:47 pm

    I love having a go to salad – this one looks perfect with so much protein power. Look forward to trying it, Medha! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 1, 2015 at 11:33 pm

      Thanks for the pin, Geraldine!

      Reply
  25. Anna @ shenANNAgans says

    February 1, 2015 at 11:55 pm

    NOM! 2 of my fave ingredients…. Spinach and avocado! Add chia seeds and it is possibly one of the best feeds ever. 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 2, 2015 at 12:13 am

      Thanks, Anna 🙂

      Reply
  26. Maggie J says

    February 2, 2015 at 12:57 pm

    Holy cow this looks amazing! I can’t believe there are 28g of protein in that salad! And so many fantastic flavors. This i on the schedule for next week. Yum!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 2, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      Thanks! LMK if you give it a try 🙂

      Reply
  27. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says

    February 3, 2015 at 11:47 pm

    Protein packed indeed! This is my usual go-to salad 🙂

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 4, 2015 at 12:13 am

      Thanks, Kiran! 🙂

      Reply
  28. Suzy @ The Mediterranean Dish says

    February 5, 2015 at 6:28 pm

    Now that’s a power salad! Love it!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 5, 2015 at 7:08 pm

      Thanks, Suzy 🙂

      Reply
  29. Kelley @ Chef Savvy says

    February 5, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    This looks amazing! I’ve never tried chia seeds I will have to give them a try!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      February 5, 2015 at 9:58 pm

      Oh my god, you have to! They’re soooo good 🙂

      Reply
  30. Gin says

    March 2, 2015 at 12:00 am

    This salad sounds so fresh and savory…can’t wait to try it! And I’m loving your pics – great style and mood. You’re doing phenomenal work, keep it up!

    Reply
    • Medha says

      March 2, 2015 at 12:31 pm

      Thanks so much for the photo love 🙂

      Reply

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