This post healthy salads contain affiliate links. These easy and healthy salad recipes make the best of fresh seasonal produce.
They’re filled with bright flavors and a variety of delicious textures. Whether you’re looking for a snappy lunch salad or a large dinner party salad, this list has something for everyone. A large bowl of mandarin chicken salad. Start with a vegetable base, mix in seasonal ingredients, add filling protein, toss in some healthy fats, and drizzle a tasty dressing or sauce. For example, start with a soft spinach base, then toss it with crisp bell pepper, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy nuts and seeds.
While green may form the base of your salad, remember that nutrient variety comes from color variety. So try to make your salad as vibrant as can be. Chicken salad in a white bowl with spoon. Broccoli Salad: No joke, this is everyone’s go-to salad, no matter what time of year it is. It’s perfect as a Thanksgiving side dish or summer barbecue salad. Plus, it holds up well in the fridge as the perfect meal prep salad.
Salmon Avocado Salad: Topping a salad with warm, pan seared salmon really takes it up a notch. And you can’t beat those creamy avocado slices. Chicken Salad: When the warm weather hits, this chicken salad is a must. It’s deliciously creamy, crunchy, fresh, and will convince you to never buy store-bought chicken salad again. Caprese Salad: I’ll gladly eat layers of fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil on repeat. Just drizzle a little balsamic glaze for a summer classic that never fails to please. Tuna Salad: If you love my chicken salad, this tuna version is a no brainer.
And all you really need is canned tuna, mayo, dijon mustard, and some fresh greens and herbs. Easy and healthy salad recipes that make the best of fresh seasonal produce and filled with bright flavors and delicious textures! Greek Salad: When it comes to simple, healthy salads, it doesn’t get better than this classic salad tossed with my all-star greek salad dressing. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Turn that last can of chickpeas sitting in your pantry into this super fresh and flavorful salad! Shrimp, Asparagus, and Avocado Salad: Come asparagus season, toss fresh stalks with shrimp, avocado, spinach, and a lemon vinaigrette for ultimate spring vibes.
Cauliflower Rice Tabbouleh: This veggie packed salad loaded with herbs makes for the perfect side on a Mediterranean spread. Taco Salad: This salad honestly works for any season. But once tacos are in full swing for outdoor parties, use some of those leftover ingredients for this hearty taco salad! Two southwest chicken salads drizzled with avocado dressing.