Fresh & Healthy Protein Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup diced cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved or quartered
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• A pinch of chili powder or paprika (optional)
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, layer the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and avocado slices.
2. Place the hard-boiled eggs on top, cutting them into halves or quarters as you like.
3. Season with salt, black pepper, and a dash of paprika or chili powder for extra flavor.
4. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and olive oil.
5. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or cilantro.
6. Serve fresh and enjoy your nutritious, protein-packed salad!

Would you like any variations or substitutions for the ingredients?