We heart a salad…but that doesn’t always translate to loving lettuce. If you want all the healthy fresh without any of the leafy green, keep reading for some srsly addictive lettuce-free recipes! Warning: You will be tempted to make these for *every* school lunch.
Greek Salad
Who needs a trip to Santorini when you have this masterpiece of a meal? Greek salads are popular for a reason. They’re refreshing, full of flavor and they highlight all the sweet, summery veggies that are *actually* enjoyable to munch on. Simply toss some feta, chopped cukes, tomatoes, Kalamata olives and oil & vinegar dressing in a bowl, and you’re set. Check out this recipe to nail it.
Blue Cheese & Beet Lentil Salad
Who said you need lettuce to create a MasterChef-worthy dish? This hearty and unexpected combo is not only delish, but full of healthy fats and iron. Over a bed of arugula (the sophisticated older cousin of lettuce), place some baby beets, crumbled blue cheese (or feta if it’s too much for you), lentils and chicken strips for extra protein. With this simple recipe in your palm, you’ll be whipping this up daily in no time.
Black Bean and Corn Salad
If you love bold flavor, you’ll be an instant fan of this colorful and scrumptious recipe. Featuring vibrant ingredients like black beans, corn, veggies and herbs all topped with a zesty lime dressing, it’s a hit with corn chips, served alongside tacos and on its own. For the perfect flavor profile, use this recipe.
Pasta Salad
This plate has all the bright flavors of a fresh-chopped salad…in the form of everyone’s favorite carb. After boiling some spiral or penne pasta (these shapes work best because of all the spots for dressing and toppings to catch), toss it in a bowl with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, cheese and olives. With a red wine vinaigrette to top it all off (and this recipe up your sleeve), you’ll be chowing down in no time.
Cucumber Crunch
If you hate lettuce, cucumbers are about to be your best friend. They’re the perfect substitute because of their versatility, delicious crunch and blend with other flavors, as proved by this recipe. Combine your cukes with dill, shallot and bright lemon dressing. It works both as a side dish and a solo star.
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