5 Easy High-Protein Vegan Salad Recipes to Boost Your Energy

Here are five easy, high-protein vegan salad recipes that are both nutritious and delicious!

Easy High protein Vegan Chickpea Quinoa Power Salad

A hearty and refreshing salad that is rich in protein and perfect for lunch or dinner.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  1. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Easy High Protein Vegan Lentil and Avocado Salad

This protein-packed salad combines creamy avocado with hearty lentils for a filling meal.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cooked green lentils
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  1. In a large bowl, combine the lentils, avocado, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and spinach.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently and serve.

Easy High Protein Vegan Edamame and Kale Salad

A simple yet satisfying salad that’s loaded with plant-based protein.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
  • 1 cup shelled edamame (cooked)
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
• Instructions:
  1. In a large bowl, massage the kale with a pinch of salt until softened.
  2. Add the edamame, carrots, and almonds to the kale.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil. Pour over the salad and toss well.

Easy High Protein Vegan Tofu and Black Bean Fiesta Salad

Bursting with flavor and protein, this tofu and black bean salad is sure to be a favorite.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked tofu, black beans, corn, onion, and cilantro.
  3. Drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with cumin, salt, and pepper, and toss well.

Easy High Protein Vegan Tempeh Caesar Salad

A vegan twist on a classic Caesar salad, made with tempeh for an extra protein boost.

• Ingredients:
  • 1 block tempeh, cubed
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup vegan Caesar dressing
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 cup croutons
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Instructions:
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the tempeh cubes and cook until golden brown, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the romaine lettuce with the vegan Caesar dressing.
  3. Add the cooked tempeh, nutritional yeast, and croutons. Mix well and serve immediately.