Postpartum Powerhouse Salad

Jerri Green is a vegetarian that lives with and loves…
Jerri Green serves a protein packed salad to give new moms the energy they need.
By Jerri Green

Well, I have some good news to share – this vegetarian and her carnivore now have their a brand new little omnivore (well, since I am nursing she technically is also a vegetarian for the time being). Our little family of four is still in recovery mode, but we are handling the juggling act better than expected. Part of the way we do this is by making sure we eat well. This is especially important for mom. This salad is great for me. By packing in lots of vitamins, iron, and protein I actually have more energy to take care of all the family and myself. So, here it is my first postpartum post is a powerhouse salad.
- spinach leaves
- chickpeas
- red onion
- goat cheese crumbles
- egg
- salt and pepper
- olive oil
- balsamic vinaigrette
- Start by boiling an egg.
- Once ready peel and set aside.
- Layer a large bowl with cleaned spinach leaves.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- Toss with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Add in a few slices of red onion.
- Let mixture sit in the fridge until egg is ready, then place on top of spinach.
- Crumble goat cheese over chickpeas.
- Slice the egg and scatter on top.
- Finish with balsamic dressing and more salt and pepper.
Jerri Green is a vegetarian that lives with and loves a self-proclaimed carnivore. She makes meals work for everyone while juggling the mounting demands of motherhood. Nothing fancy but always fresh, she draws on her southern heritage to bring satisfying food to the table each and everyday.
Congratulations! I love powerhouse salads. I used to eat them dropping things on my baby’s head (but he insisted on nursing while I ate!) It’s all good I suppose :)
Oh both my babies have had plenty of food dropped on them too. Family dinner starts early in my house! We all eat together…one way or another!
Oh, what a lovely salad – and congratulations!!!