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Salads

The best side dishes, potluck contributions, light dinners, and more! Easy and healthy salad ideas with both greens and grains.

Caesar Dressing

January 23, 2020

Skinny Taco Salad with ground turkey, black beans, veggies, and Greek yogurt salsa dressing. Tastes AMAZING, easy to make, and low carb. Perfect for fast, healthy lunches, weeknight dinners, and meal prep! Recipe at wellplated.com | @wellplated

Healthy Taco Salad

January 7, 2020

Fresh and healthy brussels sprouts slaw made with shredded brussels sprouts in a honey lemon Dijon dressing, inside of a wood bowl

Brussels Sprouts Slaw

November 18, 2019

A healthy Mexican salad bowl with lettuce, beans, tomatoes, avocado and tortilla strips

Mexican Salad

September 4, 2019

Cucumber Tomato Avocado Salad

August 5, 2019

Healthy Chilled Shrimp Pasta Salad with Peas and Lemon

Shrimp Pasta Salad

July 29, 2019

Antipasto Salad

July 1, 2019

Ramen Salad

June 11, 2019

Curry Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Chickpeas and Sweet Potatoes

June 3, 2019

Whole30 Chicken Salad. A twist on classic waldorf chicken salad that’s Whole30 and Paleo approved! Made with grapes, almonds, celery, and an easy tahini dressing, you can use it for Whole30 chicken salad lettuce wraps, a waldorf chicken salad sandwich, or enjoy as is.

Whole30 Chicken Salad

May 28, 2019

The best ever Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppyseed Dressing, pecans, and feta or goat cheese.

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing

April 17, 2019

Best Ever Pea Salad with Crispy Bacon Pieces on Top

Pea Salad

March 27, 2019

Healthy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with feta, cucumber, bell peppers, and a simple Greek dressing. Fast, easy recipe that’s perfect for a summer barbecue side dish or a main dish salad for a light dinner. {vegetarian, gluten free, vegan friendly} Recipe at wellplated.com | @wellplated

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

February 27, 2019

Crisp Winter Slaw with dried cranberries, cabbages, apple, and Parmesan. A healthy, fresh, and delicious coleslaw recipe that’s perfect for a Christmas or Thanksgiving side dish. Add chicken or quinoa to make it easy to pack for lunch! Lasts in the refrigerator for several days, so it’s great as a make ahead side or for meal prep.

Winter Slaw

December 20, 2018

Maple Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad with Cranberries. A healthy, gluten free recipe filled with fall flavors. Easy, filling and perfect for make ahead lunches and dinners! Recipe at wellplated.com | @wellplated

Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad

November 27, 2018

Simple and Perfect Arugula Salad with Lemon Balsamic Dressing and Parmesan. Easy and so flavorful! This healthy side dish goes with any meal and comes together in minutes.

Anytime Arugula Salad

September 21, 2018

The BEST Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon! Easy, healthy recipe with no mayo. The zippy dressing makes this similar to German potato salad, but even better. Paleo and gluten free.

Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon

July 31, 2018

Healthy, easy Chickpea Tuna Salad. A bright, healthy meal prep salad that's perfect for healthy lunches and healthy dinners! One of our favorite vegetarian recipes. Gluten free and packed with protein and fresh veggies!

Chickpea Tuna Salad

July 25, 2018

How to make vegan Creamy Polenta with Zucchini and Tomatoes. Easy, healthy vegetarian recipe that tastes rich and comforting but is lightened up. Make it year-round with any of your favorite vegetables. If you do not need the polenta to be dairy free, you can also add Parmesan or goat cheese.

Creamy Polenta with Zucchini and Tomatoes

July 23, 2018

Healthy Creamy Cucumber Salad with Greek yogurt, radish, and dill. A light, bright, and refreshing version of old-fashioned cucumber salad that’s perfect for summer potlucks and BBQs!

Creamy Cucumber Salad

June 13, 2018

Healthy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad. DELISH! Fresh, creamy, and packed with fresh veggies and juicy chicken. The dressing is made with Greek yogurt, so it's super creamy but much lighter. Perfect for parties, healthy lunches and dinners, and busy families. Use bowtie pasta or any shape you love.

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

April 30, 2018

Italian Farro Salad with feta, fresh tomatoes, veggies, and a bright red wine vinaigrette. Delicious, filling vegetarian recipe that’s perfect for healthy meal prep, light lunches, or a side dish with dinner. Tastes great leftover and at room temperature, so it’s a perfect potluck and barbecue side dish recipe too!

Italian Farro Salad

April 16, 2018

Moroccan Spiced Chickpea Salad

Moroccan Chickpea Salad

March 5, 2018

Caesar Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad with Roasted Chickpea Croutons. Perfect for healthy lunches or a holiday side dish. Made with shredded brussels sprouts, crispy roasted chickpeas, and creamy Caesar dressing. Easy and low carb!

Caesar Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad with Crispy Chickpea Croutons

November 15, 2017