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]]>Ingredients:
- 6 medium carrots
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sliced scallions
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 small clove garlic
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons ginger
Instructions:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together ginger, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Once combined, add a tablespoon of cold water and whisk together.
- Shave the carrots and then chop the remaining carrots into matchsticks.
- Toss all of the carrots and the salad ingredients into the salad bowl and toss with tongs to ensure that they’re well mixed. Drizzle salad dressing over the salad.
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Food enjoyment is as much about texture as flavor sometimes. So often when a salad is lacking but you can’t figure out what it is, then it’s likely to be the texture. Many salad ingredients are soft and leafy, so adding something crunchy will be ideal. Some great choices are nuts or seeds,
Balance the Flavors with Acid
Balancing the flavors within dishes is super important, and one that’s often forgotten is acidity. If you’ve got plenty of savory flavors, then adding a dash of lemon or lime juice, or a splash of vinegar will help bring it all together perfectly.
Season the Protein Well
A huge part of a tasty, balanced salad is the protein. Whether you’ve gone for chicken, beans, egg, or tofu, it’s super important to ensure this element is really well-flavored. Whether you marinate your protein or just give it a generous sprinkling of seasoning, this will ensure your salad is a great meal.
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]]>Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup cooked and seasoned ground beef (or vegan meat substitute)
- 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Tortilla chips, for crunch
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cooked ground beef/meat substitute, black beans, corn, tomatoes, Cotija cheese, black olives, red onions, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until well combined.
- Transfer the tossed salad to a serving plate or bowl.
- Drizzle salsa and sour cream over the salad.
- Sprinkle some crushed tortilla chips on top for added crunch just before serving.
- Enjoy!
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]]>Ingredients
- Salt
- 1 large lemon
- 2 15-ounce cans of black-eyed peas
- 6 ounces bacon, sliced thick
- olive oil
- 1 bunch of collard greens
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 12 ounces cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Warm a wide saucepan over medium-high heat, tossing in cauliflower rice and olive oil. Begin to stir and add a dash of salt. After about 3 minutes, once the rice has softened, turn off the heat and set the mixture aside to cool.
- Chop up the collard greens and put them in a large bowl. Sprinkle a dash of salt and add all of the vinegar and some lemon juice.
- Slice up the tomatoes and throw them into the salad. Then, cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces before adding as well.
- Drain and rinse the black-eyed peas before adding them to the mix along with the cauliflower rice. Stir the salad until everything is completely mixed up.
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]]>Ingredients
- Head of romaine lettuce
- Pomegranate seeds
- Pita chips
- Fresh mint and parsley
- White onion
- 2 Roma tomatoes
- 2-3 Radishes
- 3 -4 small English cucumbers
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
- Olive Oil
- 1 tsp of sumac
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients in a large salad bowl.
- Prepare wet ingredients in a small mixing bowl then add to the salad.
- Top off with salt, pepper, sumac, and more herbs and pomegranate seeds for garnish.
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]]>Ingredients
- Pack of organic strawberries
- One or two bags of pre-washed organic spinach
- Chopped walnuts or slivered almonds if you prefer
- Half a red onion
- 2 tsp of olive or avocado oil
- 3 Tsp of balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all of your wet ingredients in a mixing bowl and set aside.
- Dice strawberries and onions and mix with spinach and nuts in a large salad bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad and mix.
- Adjust salt and pepper for taste and enjoy!
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]]>Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
Basil pesto adds a bit of zing to any dish, and it is the star of this salad. Slice some grilled chicken breast or rotisserie chicken and combine with sliced cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and feta. Mix some pesto with mayonnaise and toss through.
Greek Pasta Salad
The Greeks know a thing or two about salads. Turn a classic Greek salad into something even better by adding in some cooked fusilli or penne. Toss it with cucumber, feta cheese, red onion, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and a vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano.
Tangy Pasta Salad
This pasta is crunchy and tangy and will satisfy your sour cravings. Slice up some gherkins and combine them with your cooked pasta. You can also add cubes of cheese if you like. Mix the ingredients with mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and lots of fresh dill.
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]]>Portion Control
Avocados are one of the most popular sources of healthy fat, but this is also a cause of their high-calorie content. That’s why you should never go overboard when using avocados in your salad, and stick to a quarter or half avocado per serving to keep your salad on the healthy side.
Slicing Technique
Avocados can be sliced in many different ways, but the way you cut them matters with some types of salads. Thin avocado slices work best with leafy green salads, while chopped or diced avocados can make your chunky salads extra flavorful.
Brown Avocados
The tricky thing about avocados is that they brown pretty fast, and the longer they’re out, the worse they’ll look. That’s why it’s best to add them to your salad after the rest of the ingredients are already in and eat your salad fresh so they wouldn’t brown.
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]]>Protein
Adding protein-rich foods to your salads is the best way to turn them into a hearty meal because protein will keep you full longer. Chicken and turkey meat, eggs, Greek yogurt, nuts, lentils, tofu, and beans are just some of the foods that are rich in protein that you can add to salads.
Carbs
Low-carb diets are very popular right now but don’t avoid adding carbs to your salad because they are some of the best sources of energy. Healthy carb-rich foods include rice, quinoa, potatoes, and more.
Fiber-Rich Veggies
Fiber is another nutrient that can help extend the feeling of fullness and that’s why loading salads with carrots, artichokes, beets, broccoli, Swiss chard, and other fiber-rich foods is a great way to make hearty salads.
Toppings
Don’t forget to top your salads with tasty and healthy toppings in order to make them more nutritious. Chopped nut, pomegranate seeds, beans, or berries are some of the best and most nutritious salad toppings.
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]]>Ingredients
To make this salad sublime, you need the right ingredients. Similar to a Greek salad, it’s based around feta cheese, kalamata olives, tomatoes, lemon juice, and olive oil. However, you will also need some avocado, kidney beans, red onion, and spinach.
Proper Preparation
The convenient thing about making salads like this one is that they’re really quick and easy to make. Once you have the right ingredients, it’s mostly a matter of throwing the ingredients together correctly.
Firstly, prepare a bed of lettuce on your plate. Then, you must chop your red onion into long strands rather than little pieces, which makes for a much better aesthetic. Chop your avocado into thin slices when it’s ripe and soft, and when you’re done, and them both to your plate.
The rest of the ingredients can be added much more leniently. Once they’re all added, they’ll taste like a dream.
Adding the Spices
When all the ingredients are prepared, add some olive oil, and mix it in. Afterward, season the whole thing with salt and pepper. If you really want to get fancy, add a touch of garlic with some balsamic vinegar. Enjoy!
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