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    High Protein Vegan Salad with Hummus

    Lindsay Moe

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    High Protein Fresh Vegan Salad with Hummus - A hearty vegan salad with plenty of protein, flavor, and texture! #vegan #salad #protein #hummus #veggies

    This high protein vegan salad with hummus is guaranteed to fill you up without any soy or fake meat products! Loaded with whole food, plant-based protein, this salad recipe is great for meal prep, lunch, and adding more veggies to your diet, no oven required.

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    I am completely obsessed with how beautiful this vegan salad is.

    You might be thinking, “But Lindsay, does it also taste amazing?? Because salad is boring and gross and I just want to eat cheese and bread.”

    Believe me, I want to eat cheese and bread too, but when I wake up from that coma I know that I want a fresh, high protein, vegan salad that will keep me feeling full and fabulous.

    I’m including measurements in the recipe for all the ingredients so you can have an idea of the nutritional information, but it’s a SALAD y’all. Mix and match, scale up or down, you really can’t mess this up.

    High protein vegan salad that will keep you energized

    If you lead an active lifestyle or worry about staying full until your next meal, it’s important to pay attention to how much protein you’re getting. Protein is important for your body to have enough energy, perform its best, and repair cells as needed.

    When choosing to eat a plant based diet or meal, including plenty of protein will help you stay full longer and feel energized. Let’s break down where all this vegan protein is coming from.

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    I had leftover pepitas from my red wine tomato soup, and they found their new spring home in this salad. We’re also piling on a dollop of store bought hummus (or you can make your own hummus) because it’s easy and healthier (in my opinion) than dressing.

    The last protein punch here is a little different than the ingredients you usually see here. Hemp seeds (sometimes labeled hemp hearts, <– here’s an affiliate link if you need help finding some) are mild, full of texture, and a great way to add a pretty sprinkle of protein to your salad. If this is too expensive or out there for you, feel free to leave them off!

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    Ingredients

    • Spring mix
    • Sun dried tomatoes
    • Carrots
    • Cucumber
    • Watermelon radish
    • Hummus
    • Pepitas
    • Hemp hearts

    How to make a high protein vegan salad

    Place spring mix in a large bowl and layer with the remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.

    Top tips

    How to easily julienne vegetables

    I love cutting my crunchy veggies into strands for salads. I use my Deiss vegetable peeler to do this in a few quick strokes, but you could also cut them with a knife, mandolin, or regular vegetable peeler as well.

    Where to find watermelon radish

    Watermelon radish isn’t always readily available, but can sometimes be found at farmer’s markets or in the produce section of higher end grocery stores in early spring. If you can’t find it, feel free to substitute any other radish.

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    How to store salad with hummus

    This salad is seriously filling, so if you can’t finish it in one sitting it will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you’re meal prepping, I’d recommend storing the hummus separate from the veggies until you’re ready to eat to prevent wilting.

    How to customize high protein salads

    • Enjoy with homemade or store bought pita chips/crackers
    • Use whatever veggies you have on hand such as zucchini, grape tomatoes, avocado, or red onion
    • Chop and mix everything for easy eating
    • Swap the spring mix for your favorite leafy greens, such as spinach or arugula
    • Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for extra healthy fat
    • Use beetroot hummus instead of plain hummus
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    FAQ

    Can I add dressing to hummus salad?

    The hummus kind of acts like dressing in this salad, so there is no need to add more. However, if you prefer more flavor, feel free to add your favorite dressing to taste.

    What is the best hummus to use for high protein salads?

    My basic hummus or beetroot hummus would be my top choices for this salad, but if you prefer to use store bought my favorite is Sabra brand. They have lots of different flavors, all of which would be great here, but my favorite is the roasted pine nut!

    How much protein is in this salad?

    This salad has 31 grams of protein in one serving. For reference, 2 tablespoons of peanut butter has 8 grams of protein, 4 ounces of tofu has 10 grams, and 1 cup of lentils has 18 grams.

    More vegetarian salad recipes

    • Vegan Quinoa Salad with Balsamic Tofu
    • Healthy Green Salad with Sriracha Peanut Dressing
    • Warm Kale and Quinoa Salad
    • Vegan Potluck Barley Salad
    • The Best Easy Vegan Salad
    • Southwest Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
    • Rainbow Quinoa Salad
    • Winter Salad with Butternut Squash
    • Kale and Sweet Potato Salad

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    Recipe

    High Protein Fresh Vegan Salad with Hummus in a bowl

    High Protein Fresh Vegan Salad with Hummus

    A high protein vegan salad with hummus, pepitas, and hemp seeds.
    4.25 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 629kcal
    Author: Lindsay Moe

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups spring mix or other leafy greens
    • ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
    • 2 medium carrots, julienned, or 1 cup carrot sticks
    • ⅓ english cucumber, julienned or cubed
    • 1 watermelon radish, thinly sliced
    • ½ cup hummus
    • 2 tablespoons pepitas
    • 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
    • Microgreens, optional

    Instructions

    • Place spring mix in a large bowl and layer on the rest of the ingredients. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    A few ideas to customize your high protein fresh vegan salad:
    • Enjoy with homemade or store bought pita chips/crackers
    • Use whatever veggies you have on hand such as zucchini, grape tomatoes, avocado, or red onion
    • Chop and mix everything for easy eating
    • Swap your favorite leafy greens for the spring mix, such as spinach or arugula
    • Finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for extra fat and fabulousness

    Nutrition

    Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 816mg | Potassium: 2619mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 26295IU | Vitamin C: 172.9mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 11.8mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @theliveinkitchen or tag #theliveinkitchen!

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    1. Kim says

      May 15, 2018 at 10:52 pm

      HI there – I just made this recipe tonight and it tasted really good.

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      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 16, 2018 at 12:46 pm

        Awesome, thanks for sharing Kim!

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    2. Avery B. says

      August 01, 2018 at 3:50 am

      This looks yummy and healthy, thank you!

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    3. Amy says

      June 14, 2021 at 1:52 pm

      It was awesome! Felt great eating such clean ingredients!

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