Description

This fresh and colorful salad combines crisp fruit, leafy greens, chickpeas, and walnuts for a balanced mix of fiber, plant-based protein, and satisfying textures. Easy to prepare and full of variety, it is a practical option for a nutritious lunch or light meal.

bowl of salad with lemon and variety of vegetables. Fork and napkin on the side.
Level: Easy Prep: 15 minutes Yield: 1 serving
Total: 15 minutes Inactive:  Serving Size: 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 large apples chopped
  • ¼ cup walnuts
  • ¼ cup feta cheese
  • 1 ½ cups garbanzo beans or chickpeas
  • 3 tablespoons of light

Directions

  1. Chop romaine lettuce into 1-inch sections.
  2. Core and chop apples into cubes.
  3. Rinse the canned items and dry them using a paper towel.
  4. Add ingredients together and toss to combine.
 

Nutrition Facts

1 serving - 1 cup
Makes 4 cups
Calories 268.9 per serving

Contents % Daily Value
Total Fat 11.5g 15%
Saturated Fat 2.8g 14%
Trans Fat 0.2g  
Cholesterol 13.7mg 5%
Sodium 416.1mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 35g 13%
Dietary Fiber ##g ##%
Total Sugars 7.9g 26%
Incl. Added Sugars 0.5g 1%
Protein 8.1g  
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 0%
Calcium 129mg 10%
Potassium 330.5mg 7%
The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
 
Gastelum, A., Shaw, W. 2026, HiFiber Lunch | Crisp Apple Salad, University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Recipes

Learn more about the author(s)

Angeline Jeyakumar
Angeline Jeyakumar
 

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