PCC Protein Salad Recipe

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Need a protein-rich salad? Check out the PCC Protein Salad! It’s a favorite for anyone wanting health and taste. It feels light yet fills you up.

PCC, a Seattle coop, creates this salad. It uses whole grains and chickpeas, mixed with tasty veggies and herbs. It’s both good for you and delicious.

The dressing is a mix of mayonnaise, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar. It makes the salad even more tasty and refreshing.

If you’re short on time, buy this salad from PCC. Want to make it yourself? You can! PCC shared their recipe online.

I tried making the salad and loved it. It’s a quick, healthy meal. Even my partner, Sam, who was skeptical, enjoyed it with me twice in one week.

This salad is not only yummy but also nutritious. It serves 6 and has lots of benefits. One serving has 330 calories, with 21% from fats.

It’s rich in protein and fiber. Each serving offers 12.8g of protein and 10.5g of fiber. These help with digestion and keep you feeling full.

It’s also packed with minerals like sodium and potassium. Plus, it’s a great way to get whole grains into your diet, with minimal sugars.

Trying the PCC Protein Salad could be a great choice for your health. It’s tasty and full of protein. Give it a go!

How to Make PCC Protein Salad

If you want a healthy and tasty meal, try making a protein salad. By creating it yourself, you can pick the flavors you like best. Plus, you’ll know it’s full of good things for your body. Here’s a simple recipe to make at home:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spelt berries
• 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 carrots, grated
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. First, boil the spelt berries until they’re soft. This will take about 30-40 minutes. Once they’re done, drain them and let them cool.
2. Next, in a big salad bowl, mix the spelt berries with the beans, veggies, and parsley.
3. Then, in another bowl, mix the mayo, lemon juice, vinegar, herbs, and garlic for the dressing.
4. Pour this dressing over your salad and stir well. This gets every bit tasty.
5. Chill your salad for at least 1 hour before eating. This helps the flavors blend.

6. This protein salad is not just nourishing and delicious, but it’s also simple to prepare in advance. For even more variety, try adding grilled chicken, boiled eggs, or avocado. This makes your meal even better.

Benefits of PCC Protein Salad

The PCC Protein Salad is great for a healthy lifestyle. It’s full of good stuff that keeps you healthy.

Spelt berries are in this salad. They’re good for your stomach and keep you full. So, you won’t get hungry quickly.

Garbanzo beans are also in there. They’re good for your muscles and keep you feeling full. They also have nutrients that make you feel good.

The salad has cucumbers, bell peppers, celery, and carrots. They’re crunchy and full of vitamins. These help your body fight off sickness and reduce swelling.

The creamy dressing is made with mayonnaise (or vegan mayo), lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar. It’s tasty and good for your brain and health.

Eating the PCC Protein Salad is a smart choice. It’s full of benefits. Try it and see how good it is.

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