We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing.
We've all been there: You have all the best intentions to eat a wholesome salad filled with lots of vegetables for lunch, but by the time noon rolls around you're starving and nothing could look more unappealing than what you planned for. So you default to a hefty sandwich, dinner leftovers, or really, just anything but a salad.
Forget those days — here are 30 easy salads to make for lunch that you'll actually want to eat! Not only are they filled with things like beans, chicken, and whole grains so they fill you up, but they're also loaded with enough flavor and crunch to hold your attention.
Vegetarian Salads
These meatless salads are a far cry from the plain ol' green salad you may have been packing. Using a mix of vegetables in some ensures things stay interesting, while adding beans and lentils to others lends a pop of protein.
Anna Jones' Raw Thai Citrus Crunch Salad
This is a really refreshing, crunchy salad that has a lot going on: sweet zucchini and carrots, mild cabbage, earthy bell peppers, and some sweet-sour zing from grapefruit and lime.
Go to Recipe
Vegetarian Kale Taco Salad
In this wholesome take on a Tex-Mex taco salad, shredded kale is tossed with hearty black beans and crisp veggies, and softened by a creamy yogurt and cilantro dressing.
Go to Recipe
Tomato Chickpea Salad
This is the kind of salad that can be tossed together at a moment's notice. Filled with good things like chickpeas and cherry tomatoes, it's simple yet still incredibly hearty and satisfying.
Go to Recipe
Black Bean Salad with Corn and Avocado
This classic black bean salad is packed with bright, refreshing flavors like corn, tomatoes, and cilantro, and has a kick from fresh garlic, jalapeño, and red onion.
Go to Recipe
Tomato and Feta White Bean Salad
A light and easy recipe for a no-cook tomato and white bean salad. Make it now before the season's tomatoes disappear!
Go to Recipe
Four-Can Pantry Salad
When your crisper drawer is empty turn to the pantry - there's a world of other ingredients you can utilize to make a quick, refreshing salad.
Go to Recipe
Chickpea Waldorf Salad
This lighter take on a classic Waldorf salad swaps mayo for yogurt, while protein-rich chickpeas keep it filling.
Go to Recipe
Vegetarian Italian Chopped Salad
This make-ahead friendly salad is packed with crunchy veggies and tossed in a garlicky oregano vinaigrette. Eat as-is or serve alongside pizza.
Go to Recipe
Pasta Salads
For those extra-hungry days, let pasta salad help you out. They're a bit heartier, yes, but still feel nice and wholesome, and are even better when made in advance.
Easy Pasta Salad
This goes-anywhere, has-everything pasta salad is one we think you should know by heart.
Go to Recipe
Sesame Ginger Pasta Salad
If you're looking for a fresh and filling meal to eat between Zoom calls all week long, this pasta salad is it.
Go to Recipe
Pesto Pasta Salad
Nothing says summer like tendrils of pasta, fresh mozzarella pearls, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber dressed in a basil pesto sauce.
Go to Recipe
Broccoli and Feta Pasta Salad
Make this once and you'll hardly need to refer to the recipe again when making it a second time — and I guarantee there definitely will be a second time.
Go to Recipe
Light & Fresh Italian Pasta Salad
Filled with sun-dried and fresh tomatoes, olives, fresh mozzarella, and arugula, this Tuscan-inspired pasta salad is light and bright.
Go to Recipe
Greek Pasta Salad
Take all the bright, vibrant flavors of a classic Greek salad, toss it with al dente shells and you've got summer's new favorite pasta salad.
Go to Recipe
Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
For the times you're feeling a little lazy or just want a super simple lunch you can make for the week ahead, this 4-ingredient number has your back.
Go to Recipe
Chicken, Tuna, and Egg Salads
While some of these recipes lean a little into sandwich territory, know that these classic lunches are just as fabulous piled over greens and turned into a true salad.
Tarragon Chicken Salad
This classic chicken salad from The Silver Palate Cookbook is one that's worth learning by heart.
Go to Recipe
Classic Cobb Salad
This classic Cobb salad recipe hits that sweet spot of just the right ingredients made in the easiest way possible.
Go to Recipe
Yogurt & Dill Chicken Salad
The simplest chicken salad is the best! Start with precooked chicken and you only need dill, shallots, yogurt & mayo for this lighter chicken salad.
Go to Recipe
Greek-Style Tuna Salad
This light and wholesome Mediterranean-inspired tuna salad that's packed with cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and fresh herbs.
Go to Recipe
Curried Egg Salad on Naan
This version of egg salad is seasoned with warm curry spices. Instead of bread or naan, try serving over a bed of peppery arugula.
Go to Recipe
Sheela Prakash
Senior Contributing Food Editor
Sheela is the Senior Contributing Food Editor at Kitchn and the author of Mediterranean Every Day: Simple, Inspired Recipes for Feel-Good Food . She received her master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and is also a Registered Dietitian.
Follow Sheela
0 Response to "Easy Ways to Make Salads for Lunch"
Post a Comment