Zesty High Protein Tomato Basil Salad Recipe for Energy Lovers - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced (or 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken)
• 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (or one 15-oz can, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup cooked quinoa (optional, for extra protein)
• 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (or diced mozzarella)
• 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 2 tbsps sunflower seeds or hemp seeds (for extra protein and crunch)
• 3 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice for a fresher taste)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey (optional)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste