If you’re looking for healthy salad recipes that eat like a meal, your in the right place!
I find myself constantly craving a delicious salad, but one that will also keep me full until my next meal.
There is nothing more annoying than taking the time to prepare a yummy salad, to then realizing you’re hungry an hour and a half later.
That won’t happen with this protein packed lineup.
To save you a little time, I’ve combined what I believe are the top 10 main dish salad recipes out there.
To find the full recipe details of the salad you’d like to make, simply click the images or in-text links below each photos.
There is only crunch and flavor ahead.
Let’s get to it!
#1) Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
Paleo Running Mama knocks it out the park with this one.
This salad recipe is loaded with crispy spicy buffalo chicken, rich avocados and drizzled in a homemade cilantro lime ranch.
What’s even better is that this salad recipe complies with paleo, keto and whole 30 diets.
#2) Best BLT Bacon Salad Recipe
Cooking Classy turns America’s favorite BLT sandwich into a hearty and crunch delicious salad recipe.
This recipe has RAVE reviews.
Crispy bacon, toasted slivered almonds, cherry tomatoes and crunch croutons are all tossed in a lemon dijon vinaigerette.
Ok, I’m hungry now.
#3) Apple & Sweet Potato Kale Salad With Apple Cider Chicken
This flavorful and nutrient packed kale salad from Our Salty Kitchen is the perfect filling meal salad.
Ingredients can easily be altered to match diet specifications, but the combination of flavors is outstanding.
The chicken develops a tangy flavor when soaked in an apple cider brine the nite before.
And to help reduce to prep work, the bite sized sweet potato pieces can be grilled on a sheet pan right next to the chicken.
#4) Best Steak Salad Recipe
This filling steak salad from The Endless Meal is loaded with juicy steak, crisp veggies and a creamy balsamic vinaigrette.
While you could use any cut of steak that suits your palette and budget, they recommend a boneless prime rib.
They cook it in a blazing hot cast iron skillet for maximum caramelization!
#6) Chopped Thai Chicken Salad Recipe
This chopped Thai chicken salad recipe from Pinch of Yum might be my favorite on the list.
Crazy flavorful combinations of peanut, lime, soy, chili, cilantro and ginger make this anything but boring.
By using a store bought rotisserie chicken you will have plenty of time to blend up the insanely good peanut dressing.
#7) Healthy Shrimp & Avocado Salad Recipe
If you’re a fan of shrimp you will love this healthy salad recipe from Eat Well 101.
The quick cooking shrimp are ready in a flash as this salad only takes 15 minutes to make!
Creamy avocados and zippy cumin shrimp and tossed in a delicious spicy dressing of old bay, Sriracha and lime juice.
#8) Old School Doritos Taco Salad Recipe
This retro favorite Doritos taco salad recipe from The Seasoned Mom is a flavorful blast from the past.
If you were a kid growing up in the 80s, there is a great chance you have enjoyed this a time or two. 😉
And there is a reason this recipe has passed the test of time.
Seasoned ground beef, hearty kidney beans, corn and nacho cheese Doritos are all tossed together for a flavor packed creation.
It is an easy weeknight meal you can whip up in minutes.
#9) Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe With Asian Dressing
This Chinese chicken salad recipe from Confetti & Bliss is bursting with flavor and super easy to make.
The recipe calls for rotisserie chicken, crispy wonton strips, sesame seeds and cilantro.
But it’s the homemade Asian salad dressing that puts this over the top.
No wonder it’s receiving so many 5 star reviews.
#10) Killer Classic Cobb Salad Recipe
We couldn’t wrap up this list of salad recipes without including the classic cobb salad!
And this one from Downshiftology really delivers.
It’s Paleo, Keto, and Whole 30 friendly with flavorful combinations of egg, crispy bacon, seasoned chicken and juicy tomatoes.
Happy Salad Prepping
I hope you found some salad recipes that will make their way to your table!
These flavorful and fresh combinations help keep calories down without sacrificing flavor.
If you’re interested, you can go here for more tips and ideas on healthy living and low carb recipes.
Cheers for now!
