10 min prep0 min cookEasy

High-Protein Vegan Salad

A rustic bowl of smoked tofu, quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and walnuts over peppery greens — 24g plant protein at only 265 calories

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A massive bed of peppery arugula and crisp lettuce loaded with thick cubes of flavorful smoked tofu, lightly scattered cooked quinoa and rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of roughly chopped walnuts for deep, earthy crunch. Dressed with nothing more than fresh lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. A genuinely filling, entirely plant-based meal. 265 calories, 24g of protein, and only 9g of fat.

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High-Volume Base

2 massive handfulsFresh mixed greens (lettuce and arugula)Creates a huge physical volume of food for almost zero calories
4-5Cherry tomatoes, halved

Massive Plant Protein

120gSmoked tofu, cut into thick cubesIncredibly flavorful straight out of the package — no cooking oil required

Smart Carbs

20gCooked quinoa
20gChickpeas, rinsedJust enough quinoa and chickpeas scattered through the leaves for texture without a carb overload

Controlled Crunch

5gRaw walnuts, roughly choppedJust 1-2 walnut halves chopped small — delivers deep, earthy crunch without blowing the calorie budget

Zero-Calorie Dressing

a generous squeezeFresh lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
to tasteSea salt, black pepper, and dried oreganoWith smoked tofu and peppery arugula, you don't need heavy oil

👨‍🍳Method

Build the Lush Base

2 min

In a wide, shallow serving bowl, spread your massive handfuls of lettuce and arugula. Toss your halved cherry tomatoes evenly throughout the greens.

💡Use the widest bowl you have — the visual volume is what makes this salad feel like a feast.

Cube and Arrange

2 min

Cut your smoked tofu into thick, bite-sized cubes. Arrange them generously across the bed of greens.

The Starch Scatter

1 min

Take your measured quinoa and chickpeas and lightly scatter them over the salad so they get caught in the leaves, creating a beautiful, textured, rustic look.

Dress and Crunch