Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up. We think that salads can actually be made into a whole, healthy meal – with no compromises on flavour or satiety. And, most importantly, with no compromises on protein levels! We tend to associate salads with vegetables and particularly leafy greens. While these foods are definitely an important part of any healthy diet, they are not enough to base a whole meal around. If you are following a vegan diet, it is especially important to pay attention to how much protein you are consuming, because it is easy to not eat enough! That’s why we are dedicating a compilation to high protein vegan salads that are suitable for vegans.
Why should I eat vegan protein salads?
There are lots of reasons why eating vegan protein salads could be a good idea for your diet (or any high protein vegan lunch recipe honestly!). Firstly, as we mentioned above, protein is something that often gets neglected in vegan diets. This is because you probably used to get your protein from meat, fish, cheese or eggs before turning vegan – now those are gone, where do you turn? These high protein vegan salads will show you exactly how to add protein to salads without meat, or any other animal product, so you can be sure you are getting enough (the same can be said for these vegan protein dinner recipes)! When it comes to eating high protein salads weight loss is another big motivator. Studies have shown that increasing your protein intake can help you lose weight! Protein makes you feel full, so eating protein-rich foods has an appetite curbing effect, making you less likely to eat more during the rest of the day. All these salads contain at least 15g protein per serving. If you’re on the lookout for delicious Indian salads for weight loss, this compilation is just the ticket!
Where does vegan protein come from?
So, how do you make a vegan high protein salad? Well, a lot of these are high protein bean salads, because beans and other legumes are a great source of plant based protein. You should check out our fitness lentil bean salad. It’s a perfect post workout meal! Another popular source of vegan protein is tofu! Still derived from beans (of course), but a way to mix things up if you’re getting tired of legumes. Why not try this BBQ Tofu Bowl? There’s also tempeh, like the stuff in our Tangy Tempeh Salad. Tempeh is also made of soybeans but to make tempeh the soybeans are pressed whole, whereas tofu is made from soy milk. Those are the main protein sources in these vegan protein salads! Enjoy trying them all out, and check out our meal plans for more weight loss friendly ways to take the stress out of dinner time! Bonus: high in iron and fibre529 calories per serving22 g protein per serving High protein, iron and fibre in exotic Arugula and Lentil Salad that’s healthy and vegan. Only 12 minutes to make with easy to find ingredients. Bonus: simple, filling399 calories per serving19 g protein per serving Indulge with this smoky and savory Buddha Bowl. The combination of smoked tofu, hummus, and turmeric rice makes for a perfect vegan lunch (or dinner!) Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: AVirtualVeganBonus: meal prep, aesthetic414 calories per serving19 g protein per serving A healthy, protein packed, super tasty lunch doesn’t get any easier than this Peanut Crunch Salad in a Jar. Make up a bunch of them while meal prepping on Sunday and you will have grab-and-go lunches all ready in the fridge for your week ahead! Bonus: adaptable, flavourful368 calories per serving22 g protein per serving This tangy tempeh salad is just the best – quick, tasty and packed with protein. And better yet – use whatever you have in the fridge! Bonus: colourful, quick to prepare398 calories per serving17 g protein per serving An animal friendly, fresh and tangy winter salad with some serious health benefits. It’s fresh and new, but still prepped within 15 minutes – awesome! Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: VeggiesDon’tBiteBonus: high in iron, easy to prep440 calories per serving21 g protein per serving This recipe has it all: protein, iron, veggies and the health benefits of quinoa. So easy to put together and a great spring dish! Bonus: great for post workout, simple ingredients551 calories per serving34 g protein per serving Fitness Lentil Bean Salad. Ridiculously high in protein post-workout salad. Ready in 7 minutes. Tasty and effective. Bonus: Vitamin K, Fibre444 calories per serving19 g protein per serving Turkish Lentil Salad with a honey mustard dressing. Easy and quick, ready in 7 minutes. Full of fiber, protein and vitamin K. Ready in: 45 minutesRecipe by: TheDevilWearsSaladBonus: showstopper, low fat448 calories per serving25 g protein per serving Pan fried sticky tofu topped on a bed of fresh and crunchy glass noodle salad, this is a stunning vegan Asian salad bowl that should top your meal plan every week. Bonus: high in calcium & iron, vitamins A, C, E, B2 & B6416 calories per serving17 g protein per serving High Protein White Bean Salad that’s healthy and vegan. High in fiber, vitamins A, C, E, B2 and B6 as well as iron and calcium. Takes less than 10 minutes. Bonus: hearty, simple420 calories per serving16 g protein per serving This protein packed vegan lentil and potato salad is a perfect weight loss recipe (and one of our all time favorite vegan high protein meals!). It’s filling, healthy and nutritious, while still tasting amazing! Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: HealthyIsHappetiteBonus: transportable, colourful377 calories per serving17 g protein per serving These Rainbow Quinoa Salad Jars with Peanut Miso Dressing are the work lunch you’ve been waiting for! Ditch the boring sandwich and try these crunchy, flavor-packed salads. Ready in: 40 minutesRecipe by: RunningOnRealFoodBonus: high vitamin C content and healing properties355 calories per serving21 g protein per serving Easy and delicious, 6-ingredient vegan bowls featuring bbq tofu, steamed broccoli, roasted red onion, brown rice and pineapple for a fresh and flavourful meal you’ll love. Bonus: simple, flavourful, full of iron561 calories per serving18 g protein per serving High Protein Black Bean and Corn Summer Salad. Simple recipe ready in just 10 minutes, bursting with summery flavours, protein, fiber and iron. You can give it a go right now! Did you try any of our vegan protein salads? Let us know what you think!
