Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our High-Protein Tomato & Basil Salad, a refreshing dish that combines juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy pistachios. This quick 20-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or sunny picnics, offering a delightful blend of plant-based protein from chickpeas and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 large avocado (cubed)
- ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts (quarter pieces)
- 1 cup chickpeas
- 1/3 cup pistachios (chopped)
- Fresh mint and basil (chiffonade)
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons grain mustard
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Salt the halved tomatoes in a sieve and let them drain for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the reserved tomato juice, avocado oil, grain mustard, and lemon juice.
- Combine the drained tomatoes, cubed avocado, artichoke hearts, chickpeas, chiffonaded mint and basil, and chopped pistachios in the bowl with the dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix until well combined.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 359
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg