Can I use canned chicken like a civilized lazy person?

Heck yes! I keep emergency cans in my pantry for desperate weeks. Just drain well and flake it in—tastes surprisingly good with extra lemon juice. Your macro count stays golden!

How long until this turns into fridge science experiment?

3-4 days max if you skip the avocado until eating time. Pro tip: Store dressing separately and those black beans won't turn your quinoa purple by Thursday (ask how I know).

Can I freeze my gym lunch like a normal meal prepper?

Quinoa and chicken freeze like champs! Just leave out fresh stuff (avocado, onion) and add when thawed. Texture stays perfect—I've tested 20+ batches for my Pinterest crew.

Will tuna make my coworkers hate me?

Only if you're that person who microwaxes it (shudder). Cold tuna salads are office-safe! Pack it separately and mix at your desk if you're paranoid.

Where's my post-workout protein?!

Swap quinoa for extra chicken or eggs if keto's your jam—still clocks 25g+ protein per bowl. Fitness goals shouldn't taste like punishment!

32g Protein Salad That Crushes Hunger & Gains

High Protein Chicken Quinoa Salad

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A satisfying and nutritious salad packed with 30g+ protein, perfect for meal prep and post-workout lunches.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Yield: 2 servings 1x
Category: Lunch
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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1 cup cooked quinoa
1 grilled chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 avocado, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
Grill chicken breast, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chicken, black beans, red onion, and cilantro.
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss gently.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Top with avocado slices before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Add dressing just before eating to keep ingredients fresh.
Swap chicken for tuna or hard-boiled eggs for variety.
Find more meal prep ideas on our Pinterest.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 65mg

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