Salads

Shrimp salad

prep time 15 minutes, cooking time 5 minutes, serves 6 people   This quick and easy Shrimp Salad  is complete with all your favorite flavors, crunchy veggies and fresh herbs , topped with spicy shrimp ,that can be easily made in just minutes!  Ingredients 3 cups shredded cabbage 1 cucumber , cut into thin strips 1

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Three Bean Salad

15 min prep time, serve 6 people Three Bean Salad the best for quick side dishes.  Packed with protein and fiber and when they’re made without mayo, they’re perfect for serving on a hot summer day! Ingredients Salad 15.5 oz garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 15.5 oz red beans, drained and rinsed 15.5 oz cannellini beans, drained and

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Quinoa Mediterranean salad recipe

Quinoa Mediterranean Salad

10 min prep time, 20 min cooking time, serves 6 people

This healthy Quinoa Mediterranean salad can be served as simple lunch or dinner. Its high protein content, sweet and nutty flavor, and delicate texture have made quinoa a popular substitute for starchier pastas and rice. You can find most of the ingredients contained in this salad in your fridge or pantry. The combination of quinoa and chickpeas packs this dish with plenty of protein, while the fresh parsley, crunchy cucumbers, and lemon-garlic vinaigrette dressing give this dish a variety of flavors. It makes for a great main dish for vegetarians, or as a side dish served with meat or fish.

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Avocado chicken salad recipe

Avocado Chicken Salad

10 min prep time, 20 min cook time, serves 6 people

Avocado Chicken Salad is a healthy salad that substitutes heavy dressing in favor of creamy, dreamy avocados! This recipe is quick, simple, and packed with so much flavor from the lemon juice, green onion, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy avocados. On top of all that, you get some much needed protein in your diet from the chicken and eggs. Serve for lunch or dinner and be amazed at how delicious this salad is!

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad recipe

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

20 min prep time, serves 6 people

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad makes for a delicious and recipe fit for a light meal or as a side dish when entertaining. This salad is very hearty and will fill you up for hours, thanks to the chickpeas.  Each can of chickpeas comes packed with fiber and protein, both a vital part of a nutritious diet. I always have canned beans available in my pantry because of how affordable and convenient they are for making salads. We recommend adding your choice of fresh vegetables, either from your garden or the market, in order to create a more well rounded Mediterranean salad.

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quinoa chicken avocado salad recipe

Quinoa, Chicken, and Avocado Salad

10 minute prep time, 20 min cooking time, serves 4 people

This Quinoa, Chicken, and Avocado Salad is a great gluten free alternative to pasta salads. It’s packed with protein from quinoa and chicken, heart-healthy fats from avocado, and plenty of nutrition from the flavorful fresh vegetables. Make use of that leftover grilled chicken and spice up your salad, whether it is warm or cold. If you are vegetarian, feel free to skip the chicken without losing out on the rest of this simple and tasty salad.

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bean and eggplant salad recipe

Bean and Eggplant Salad

20 min prep time, 5 min cooking time, serves 4 people

If you want to spice things up, we recommend trying this Bean and Eggplant Salad. The combination of the sautéed eggplants, protein rich beans, crispy vegetables, fresh herbs, and spices give this salad a rich variety of flavors. To top it all off, it is full of nutritious value. This salad is good on its own, or can be served as a side dish to a main course including chicken or steak.

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Black Bean and Quinoa Salad recipe

Black Bean Quinoa Salad

20 min prep time, serves 6 people

Black Bean Quinoa Salad is an extremely easy salad to make, all while being packed with vital macro and micro nutrients. Compared to rice, quinoa has a higher protein to carbohydrate ratio as well as being gluten free. Mixed with spices, beans, and fresh vegetables, this salad combines the perfect amount of taste and nutrition. We recommend this as a side dish or a light meal earlier in the day.

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Daikon Salad recipe

Daikon Salad

20 minute prep time, serves 4 people

Daikon is a type of radish that originates from southeast Asia. The soy sauce based salad dressing pairs well with the unique taste of Daikon and compliments just about any other vegetable. Great as a standalone salad or as a side with your main course.

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