Batch Prep High Protein Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
A vibrant, fiber-dense chickpea salad packed with cucumber, kalamata olives, pumpkin seeds, and clean protein. Perfectly portioned for six ready-to-eat work lunches.
Prep
15 min
Cook
0 min
Total
15 min
Makes
6 servings
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Made by Lu + Lila
Lu created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
15 min
Cook
0 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the olive oil
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Combine the olive oil
Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk for 30 seconds until emulsified and smooth.
Look for: emulsified and smooth
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Add the drained chickpeas
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes if using (omitted here per dietary choice), diced red onion, pumpkin seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
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Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients…
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
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Toss gently using two large spoons for…
Toss gently using two large spoons for 1 minute until all ingredients are evenly coated in dressing.
Look for: all ingredients are evenly coated in dressing
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Divide the mixture evenly among 6 airtight…
Divide the mixture evenly among 6 airtight glass meal prep containers.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Seal containers tightly and refrigerate for up…
Seal containers tightly and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Serve cold directly from the fridge.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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