High Protein, High Fiber Detox Salad

Ingredients:

• For the salad:

  • 1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

  • 1 cup cooked or canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed)

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped

  • 2 medium beets, roasted and diced

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, kale)

  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)

  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds (optional)

• For the dressing:

  • 1/3 cup Trader Joe’s Dill dressing

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for extra brightness)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and trim the beets, then wrap them in aluminum foil. Roast the beets for about 45-60 minutes or until tender. Once cooled, peel and dice the beets.

2. Prepare the Chicken: Cook the chicken breast by grilling, baking, or boiling it until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Let it cool slightly, then shred or chop it into bite-sized pieces.

3. Assemble the Salad:

   • In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, chickpeas, kidney beans, diced beets, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

   • Add the shredded or chopped chicken and gently toss to mix.

4. Add the Dressing:

   • Drizzle the Trader Joe’s Dill dressing over the salad. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for a brighter flavor if desired.

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley or cilantro and the pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.

6. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein, high-fiber detox salad!

Nutritional Benefits:

• High in Protein: Chicken, chickpeas, and kidney beans provide a substantial amount of protein, making this salad satisfying and supportive of muscle health and maintenance.

• High in Fiber: Legumes and vegetables like beets, cucumber, and greens offer a good amount of fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

• Detoxifying Ingredients: Beets are known for their liver-supporting properties, while leafy greens and parsley help to detoxify the body naturally.