5 Delicious and Healthy Salad Recipes

                                                    

Table of Contents

1. Avocado Chicken Salad

2. Prepare Apple Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing 

3. Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

4. Recipe for Kale and Roasted Beet Salad

5. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

1. Avocado Chicken Salad

Ingredients:

- 3 completely cooked chicken breast, chopped

- 2 avocados, diced 

- 1/2 cup frozen corn

- 3 scallions, cut into small pieces

- ¼ cup of cilantro.

- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

- 2 tablespoons of olive oil

- 1/2 tsp chili powder

- 1/2 tsp cumin

- Salt and pepper to your desired level 

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, avocados, corn, green onions and cilantro. 

2. In a small bowl or measuring cup combine the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper.

3. Next, top with the dressing and mix gently to ensure the chicken is well coated with the dressing.

4. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary and the food is ready to be served immediately or be stored in the refrigerator.

This chicken salad contains healthy fats from the avocado, protein from the chicken, and fiber from the vegetables. It is succulent, tasty, and can be served as lunch or for dinner or even as an appetizer. 

2. Apple Walnut Salad with Maple Dressing

Ingredients: 

For the Salad:

- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped

- Two medium red apples, cored and thinly sliced

- 1 cup chopped walnuts

- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup dried cranberries

- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese 

For the Dressing:

- ¼ cup olive oil

- 2 tablespoons of maple syrup

- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

- 1 teaspoon minced garlic

- Add the salt and pepper according to your preference.

Instructions:

1. In a big bowl mix the lettuce, apples, walnuts, cranberries and cheese together.

2. In a small bowl or measuring cup, add the dressing ingredients and mix them with a whisk.

3. Finally, to the salad, add the dressing and mix the salad till all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing. 

4. Serve immediately.

This salad can be categorized as a dessert salad because it contains both sweet and savory ingredients. Apples, walnuts, cheese, and maple are all perfect for a salad and together make an ideal salad for the autumn season.

3. Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad 

Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa

- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved  

- 1 Medium English cucumber, chopped

- 1/2 cup chopped parsley 

- ¼ cup mint that has been chopped

- The ingredients for this preparation are: 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.

- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice  

- Use 1 clove of garlic and chop it into minced form.

- 1/2 sea salt.

- ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions:  

1. Place the cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs such as parsley and mint into a large bowl.

2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper to prepare the dressing. 

3. To dress over salad and then turn until salad is coated with the dressing.  

4. Return the dish and cover it and let it to refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. This enables the flavors to mingle.

This tabbouleh salad salad is healthy and delicious because it is packed with protein-rich quinoa, tons of fresh herbs, and a bright medley of vegetables. Do not hesitate to experiment with ingredients according to one’s preferences.

4. Kale and Roasted Beet Salad

Ingredients: 

For the Salad:  

- 1 bunch of lacinato kale, with stem removed and the leaves cut into smaller pieces

- 3 medium beets, roasted, peeled and diced

- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese for the topping; 1/2 cup crumbled feta for the sauce

- You will also need 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.

For the Dressing:

- The juice and grated zest of 1 lemon

- 2 tablespoons of olive oil

- 1 Tbsp honey

- 1 clove garlic, minced 

- 1/4 tsp salt

- 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions:

1. Place the chopped kale, roasted beets, feta cheese and walnuts in a large bowl.

2. In another small bowl combine lemon rind and juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, salt and pepper.

3. For dressing to be poured over salad then use hands to massage the kale until it becomes soft. 

4. It is best served immediately but one can allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes before eating to enhance the flavor.

This vibrant and tasty salad is also a very healthy one. Sweet roasted beets provide an earthy flavor that complements the kale’s slight bitterness, making it the ideal combination for the health-conscious eaters.

5. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

 

Ingredients:  

- 2 cans, 15 oz each, chickpeas, rinsed and drained

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved 

- 1/2 an English cucumber, julienned

- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

- 1/4 cup of the new world kalamata olives, preferably pitted and halved

- ¼ cup olive oil

- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

- 1 tablespoon lemon juice  

- 2 teaspoon dried oregano

- 1 garlic clove, minced

- Salt and pepper to your desired preference.

Instructions:

1. In another bowl mix the chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese and olives.

2. In a small bowl prepare a dressing using the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper.  

3. To dress over salad and slightly mix to ensure an even coating on the salad.

4. Place the stew in a cool spot and allow it to stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Loaded with Mediterranean spices, this high protein chickpea salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. That is why you can easily customize with your favorite vegetables like red onion, bell pepper or artichoke hearts.