This healthy slaw makes a great side to many different dishes. Make sure to use a mandoline slicer to thinly shave the vegetables. It gives the slaw an irresistible, pleasantly light texture.
This healthy slaw makes a great side to many different dishes. Make sure to use a mandoline slicer to thinly shave the vegetables. It gives the slaw an irresistible, pleasantly light texture.
Simple Salad with Beet Caesar Dressing
This beet Caesar dressing is one of my favorites. It’s an explosion of color, flavor, and creamy goodness. Feel free to add anything else you love to this salad too—extra beets, chopped nuts, tomatoes. There are so many possibilities!
Green Salad with Raspberries and Roasted Chickpeas
Give yourself the gift of variety! Every bite of this vibrant salad offers something fresh, whether it be the peppery flavor of arugula, the natural sweetness of red raspberries, or the savory warmth of roasted chickpeas.
This is a wonderful summer salad that’s full of fresh garden flavors and nutrient-dense ingredients. The jalapeño peppers give it a little kick that pairs deliciously with the earthy sweetness of the black-eyed peas.
Blueberries are nature’s candy, except their sweetness is all natural and they’re brimming with antioxidants and other nutrients. In this salad, they add a burst of freshness that’s perfect for the summer months!
The sweetness of the currants contrasts well with the lively curry flavor. If you don’t have currants, use raisins or any other dried fruit. Serve this salad on a bed of greens—such as spinach, arugula, or field greens—for a nice lunch.
I have made more than my share of dessert recipes using strawberries, but I also like including them in salads where they can provide a fresh contrast to other ingredients. This dish is one I made recently when I happened upon a really good pint of berries in the store.
Ceviche is a raw fish dish traditionally prepared in countries like Mexico, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile. This plant-based ceviche is an easy and refreshing recipe that is great during warmer months. Even with very few ingredients, its flavor is exquisite!
This Greek salad is great as a side with pizza or pasta. It can also be served on its own with whole grain bread. For the salad greens, I prefer a balanced mixture of arugula, spinach, and romaine lettuce. The peppery flavor of the arugula goes really well with the Kalamata olives and marinated tofu!
This crowd-pleasing salad buddha bowl strikes a great balance between a wide variety of vibrant flavors. The peppery freshness of the arugula pairs wonderfully with the smoothness of the avocado. Add to that the heartiness of the sweet potato and a healthy scoop of quinoa, and it’s quite filling too!
The peppery arugula, toasted pecans, and mix of tart and sweet fruits in this salad make it a perfect accompaniment for any dish. Or, it can be a quick, easy meal on its own when cooking seems like too much work.
Late Summer Potato Green Bean Salad
With its delicious vinaigrette base, you won’t miss the mayo in this potato salad. This salad is nice and light compared to most potato salads, and it makes great use of veggies that are in season in the late summer.
This slaw has it all: sweet, tart, crunch, a rainbow of veggies, and even crisp apples. It’s a great way to get several beneficial foods all in one place, and it will make your mouth very, very happy!
Tabouli made with carrot tops and quinoa is not traditional, but it sure is tasty. Quinoa is a quick-cooking grain, so this make-ahead dish comes together quickly and easily.
Cauliflower is the perfect base for this plant-based ceviche! It is both nourishing and satisfying. Serve this dish as an appetizer or light lunch with toasted corn tortillas.
Just because you eat plant-based doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this classic warm-weather favorite. You can easily customize this ceviche to your tastes and preferences.
This oil-free, vegan Cobb salad is bursting with a vibrant veggie rainbow of goodness and is drizzled with an irresistibly creamy dressing.
Deli-Style Marinated Mushroom Salad
Earthy, tangy, and full of flavor, this deli-style marinated mushroom salad is the perfect side dish. It could be used as a topper on salads or nestled in sandwiches and wraps.
Flavorful and healthy, this oil-free Lebanese bean salad is a burst of delicious plant-based ingredients that comes together in no time.
Three Bean Salad With Roasted Potatoes
With a variety of beans, bright, crisp, fresh vegetables, and hearty roasted potatoes, this filling, festive salad will be a hit at your next picnic, barbecue, or potluck.
Sweet and Savory Breakfast Salad
Enjoy sweet and savory in this simple breakfast salad packed with protein and whole foods—perfect for a fun and flavorful light breakfast for warmer months.
While we prefer watercress, this tasty slow-and-low-cooked dish can be combined with any type of raw, leafy greens. It’s not only a versatile salad; it’s also stunningly beautiful.
2-Ingredient Refrigerator Pickled Veggies
Learn a super-simple, no-cooking-required technique for making your own no-salt, no-sugar refrigerator pickles.
Transform a summer favorite into a super simple, delicious, healthy dish with this balsamic potato salad. It’s oil free and dairy free!
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