When prepared deliciously,salads are the best.
The only thing that good salads tend to forget about?
That oh-so necessary protein count.
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Choose greens that naturally have more protein.
While greens may not be famously high in protein, there are certain varieties that have more than others.
Spinach has about 1 gram of protein per cup, while kale has 2 grams per cup.
Add some chia seeds to your vinaigrette.
This trick is so easy.
The next time you make asimple vinaigrette, add in a teaspoon or tablespoon of these seeds.
Then dress your salad!
Or opt for thicker, creamier dressings made with high-protein ingredients.
Theyre thick, creamy, and, of course, high in protein.
With these dressings youll want to be careful to avoid accidentally making them too thicklike bean dip or hummus.
Dont be afraid to use beans.
Instead of croutons, try toasted chickpeas.
Toasted chickpeas are clutch.
Theyre crunchy, seasoned, and salty, so they have a similar taste and mouthfeel to croutons.
Whole wheat bread does in fact have more protein (about 4 grams per slice).
Or use nuts and seeds to get that crunchy bite.
This is Yeungs preferred crunchy trick.
Be like the French and throw an egg on your salad.
One salad that the French love?
That runny yolk in the poached egg coats the greens in a creamy, dressing-like sauce.
And this trick isnt just meant for that specific salad.
It will have a similar effect on just about any salad you desire.
Bonus:eggs are a great source of lean protein.
And if you arent about that runny yolk life, opt for a hardboiled egg instead.
Think, chefs or chopped salad.
