5 filling salads perfect for dinner
Who says salads aren't filling enough for dinner? Check out these versatile recipes that prove that a salad can be light and fulfilling enough to be a dinner staple.
Who says salads aren't filling enough for dinner? Check out these versatile recipes that prove that a salad can be light and fulfilling enough to be a dinner staple. With chicken, salmon, lentils and other satisfying proteins, you won't hear a grumble from your stomach.
Loaded Spinach Salad
This recipe uses a lot of hard boiled eggs, but by only using two whole eggs and the whites from six other eggs, it keeps the calorie count lower. With beets, carrots and pecans as well, this salad can be a very fulfilling dinner option.
Per serving: 270 calories, 12g fat, 20g carbohydrates, 23g protein, 6g fiber
Artichoke Ripe Olive Tuna Salad
Even your picky eaters will enjoy this combination of artichokes, olives and tuna salad. Serve with a sliced tomato on a bed of lettuce or on French bread.
Per serving: 113 calories, 5g fat, 8g carbohydrates, 10g protein, 2g fiber
Lemony Lentil Salad with Salmon
When using canned salmon, it is best to flake the salmon gently with a fork before stirring it into the salad. Either cooked brown or green lentils work for this recipe.
Per serving: 354 calories, 18g fat, 25g carbohydrates, 24g protein, 9g fiber
Chicken Charred Tomato Broccoli Salad
This salad is great for family dinner night. It makes 6 servings in just an hour. Save even more time by using shredded cooked chicken instead of cooking the breasts yourself.
Per serving: 231 calories, 11g fat, 8g carbohydrates, 24g protein, 3g fiber
Kale Carrot Apple Salad
You can't go wrong with this Kale Salad with a maple, mustard and apple cider vinaigrette. To prevent soggy or wilting leaves, don't add the dressing until about a half hour before you serve.
Per serving: 95 calories, 4g fat, 13g carbohydrates, 3g protein, 3g fiber