High Protein Cheese Lover's Garden Salad

Indulge in the perfect balance of nutrition and decadence with this High Protein Cheese Lover's Garden Salad. Packed with vibrant vegetables like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, this recipe is elevated by a trio of cheeses—sharp cheddar, tangy feta, and savory parmesan—for a bold, cheesy twist. Tender strips of cooked chicken breast and crunchy walnuts boost the protein and texture, while a light lemon and olive oil dressing adds zesty freshness. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-rich, protein-packed salad is a wholesome yet indulgent meal option, perfect for cheese enthusiasts who crave healthy, flavorful dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 Cucumber
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 Avocado
• 250 grams Cooked chicken breast
• 100 grams Cheddar cheese
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 50 grams Walnuts
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Core and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips. Add these to the salad.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice the flesh. Add the diced avocado to the salad.

Step 6

Slice the cooked chicken breast into thin strips or small cubes and add to the bowl.

Step 7

Grate the cheddar cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 8

Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the salad along with the shaved parmesan.

Step 9

Roughly chop the walnuts and scatter them over the salad for added crunch.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine.

Step 12

Serve the salad immediately as a main or side dish, enjoying the rich cheese flavors and high protein content.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1845.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2371.6

Total Fat 168.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.4g
Cholesterol 403.7mg	0%
Sodium 3740.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 148.1g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 1665.2mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 3415.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 12.7%