Quinoa is a complete protein and contains all your essential amino acids. Oh, it’s also nutty, squiggly and delicious in a grain bowl. Jazz it up with fresh mint and mango. This meal is low calorie and provides 340 kcal, 9g protein, 45g carbohydrate (of which 18g sugars), 14g fat (of which 2g saturates), 4g fibre and 0.1g salt per portion.
Avocado salads are quick and easy to make and will keep you full for longer. This vegan salad is made with cannellini beans, tomatoes and fresh herbs. Great for lunch or a light supper. Each serving provides 727 kcal, 23g protein, 51g carbohydrates (of which 8g sugars), 42g fat (of which 8g saturates), 28g fibre and 1g salt.
A twist on the classic New York-style Waldorf salad with chicken and a creamy, but low-calorie, garlic dressing. Each serving provides 515 kcal, 55.5g protein, 42g carbohydrates (of which 42g sugars), 12.5g fat (of which 2.5g saturates), 5.5g fibre and 0.8g salt. With a GI of 58 this meal is high protein, low GI.
Serve this antipasti orzo salad as a main course or on a party table – it’s a great crowd pleaser and fridge clearer. The dressing is made from the oil from the jarred vegetables, and you can use any you like – it doesn’t matter if you only have a few artichokes, or more sun-dried tomatoes.
Bright green and wholesome, this grain salad base is layered with textures. To make it even easier, use a pouch of cooked grains. Crumbled feta, soy-marinated tofu or grilled fish would be spot-on additions to this salad for a more filling meal.
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