A dense bean salad is a protein-rich food that is made with beans and other protein sources. Besides being a nutrition powerhouse, it remains fresh for longer and in fact the flavors improve with time. The dense bean salad is a great source of fiber. According to the US Department of Agriculture Dietary Guide, more than 90% of women and 97% of men don't get enough fiber and the bean salad can help meets the protein and fiber requirements.
Why is it becoming popular on internet?
The dense bean salad became popular recently after a video shared by creator Violet Witchel became viral on TikTok. Over the last 10 months, the meal preps shared by her are becoming internet hits and the meal was embraced by many as many dietitians even recommend it as a cost-effective method. The dense bean salad is a nutrient-packed food and it contains other essentials like potassium, folate, and magnesium which help support heart, liver, and brain function.
Benefits of dense bean salad
The bean salad has carbohydrates that have a low glycemic index which raises the blood sugar levels in your body slowly. The dense bean salad can also be combined with other vegetables like bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and even eggs and chicken to make it a full meal. Beans also act as prebiotics and they are beneficial for good gut bacteria helping in digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune function.
How to prepare the dense bean salad
Dense bean salad might not be a new dish, but it has become very viral as it has many options to choose from and it can get creative. All you have to do is pick your protein - one from the many types of chickpeas, kidney beans, peas, horse gram, and mung beans and then add your favourite vegetables, eggs, or chicken, and finally the dressing with different sauces and condiments. You can also pick a bonus ingredient which is cheese or croutons. Read More
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