This is a salad-and-dressing combo that is a perfect make-ahead lunch. You can prep this in a mason jar or reusable container, and it will keep in the fridge for 2 days.
Protein-Packed Power Salad
(Serves 1)
- 3 big handfuls of baby spinach
- 2 Tbsp honey-mustard dressing (recipe below)
- 1 2.5 oz (70 g) pouch tuna in water
- ½ cup (80 g) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 3-5 grape tomatoes, halved
Toss the spinach and dressing in a bowl, then add the tuna, chickpeas, carrot, and tomatoes. Serve immediately or store well-covered in the refrigerator for 2 days.
Honey-Mustard Dressing
(Makes 8 tablespoons)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1½ tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp honey
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste (1-2 pinches each)
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
Whisk the garlic, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in oil.