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Vegan Protein Salad

Delicious Vegan Protein Salad for Your Healthy Meal Prep

This Vegan Protein Salad is a flavor-packed meal prep option with 30g of plant-based protein.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 block Tempeh Cubed for flavor
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce / Tamari Use gluten-free tamari for a gluten-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Agave syrup works as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used for stronger flavor
Salad
  • 1 block Tofu Firm or extra-firm for best texture
  • 1 cup Broccoli Lightly steamed or raw for crunch
  • 4 cups Salad Greens Arugula, Spinach, or Mixed Greens
  • 1 medium Cucumber Slice or dice according to preference
  • 1/4 cup Hemp Seeds Can substitute with other seeds or nuts
  • 1 medium Avocado Add just before serving
  • 1 can Chickpeas A hearty plant-based protein source
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini For drizzling; substitute with favorite dressing

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Steaming Basket
  • Small Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce or tamari, maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Add cubed tempeh and let it marinate for 20-30 minutes.
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  2. Press firm or extra-firm tofu for 20-30 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cube the tofu and toss in a bowl with soy sauce and garlic powder, then bake at 400°F for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
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  3. Lightly steam broccoli for about 4 minutes until bright green and tender but crisp, or use raw broccoli if preferred.
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  4. In large salad bowls, layer the salad greens, add marinated chickpeas, diced cucumber, steamed broccoli, baked tofu, and tempeh on top. Sprinkle hemp seeds, and add diced avocado right before serving.
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  5. Drizzle tahini or your favorite dressing over the top, optionally add a squeeze of fresh lemon, and toss gently to combine just before serving or keep components separate for meal prep.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 14gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Keep salad components in separate containers for meal prep to maintain freshness.

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