Salads are satisfying, but usually they’re missing a key nutrition component: protein. To turn leafy greens into a meal, you could add chopped chicken, chickpeas or another salad-compatible protein source. Or, drizzle on a dressing that eliminates extra calories and flavors you’d rather do without. With nine grams of protein per serving, Tru Table dressing is a dream come true for dieters, vegetarians, athletes or anyone looking for a little protein lift without a lot of fuss. Here, it brings a burst of citrus zestiness to an already protein-packed salad mix of tender lentils and fluffy, nutty quinoa.
Citrus-Chia Quinoa & Lentil Salad
Makes 4-6 servings
Recipe courtesy of Tru Table
Ingredients
4 oz. Tru Table Orange Citrus & Black Chia Seed Protein Dressing
1 cup lentils
1 cup quinoa
1 seedless cucumber, diced
4 scallions (white and green parts), sliced
8 grape tomatoes, halved
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
Directions
- To cook quinoa, combine with 2 cups of water in small pot. Cook quinoa about 20 minutes, until water is absorbed.
- To cook lentils, combine with enough water to cover by an inch in medium-sized pot. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat and cook for 30 to 40 minutes until lentils are tender.
- In large bowl, combine quinoa and lentils. Pour dressing over mixture while still warm.
- Let salad cool to room temperature. Stir in vegetables and herbs.