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High-Protein Tomato and Basil Salad Recipe

High-Protein Tomato and Basil Salad

This refreshing salad is packed with protein and bursting with flavors from fresh tomatoes, basil, and chickpeas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Draining Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • Salt to taste
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ tablespoons grain mustard
  • 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 large avocado cubed
  • ½ cup marinated artichoke hearts jarred or canned, quartered
  • 1 cup chickpeas
  • 6 mint leaves chiffonade
  • 7 basil leaves chiffonade
  • 1/3 cup pistachios chopped
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Sieve

Method
 

  1. Salt the tomatoes: Transfer the tomatoes to a large sieve. Add a generous dash of salt. Rub the tomatoes to evenly coat with the salt. Set aside to drain for at least 15 minutes. Rub them again while lightly squeezing to remove more of their juices. Reserve the juice.
  2. Make the dressing: Add the juice from the tomatoes, avocado oil, grain mustard, and lemon juice to a medium bowl and mix well to combine.
  3. Combine the ingredients: Stir in the tomatoes, avocado, artichoke hearts, chickpeas, mint, basil, and pistachios. Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be adapted with different herbs or nuts. It's perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.