Description
Discover five delicious and healthy salad recipes that are perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. These salads are packed with nutrients and flavor.
Ingredients
- Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- Tomatoes
- Cucumbers
- Bell peppers
- Carrots
- Onions
- Olive oil
- Vinegar (balsamic, red wine)
- Herbs (parsley, cilantro)
- Optional protein (grilled chicken, chickpeas, tofu)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all fresh vegetables.
- Combine mixed greens, chopped vegetables, and any chosen protein in a large bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and chopped herbs for the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust dressing ingredients to your taste.
- Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and healthy fats.
- Prepare dressing ahead of time for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy salads, salad recipes, easy salads, vegetable salads, light meals, nutritious salads, quick salads