salads
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Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleKale and Lentil Salad with Potatoes
In search of a nourishing lunch? This hearty kale salad is packed full of satisfying ingredients that will banish the afternoon slump sleepiness. A lemon-mustard dressing gently tenderizes the kale while the potatoes and lentils cook, ensuring the leafy greens are soft and sweet before it’s time to dig in. The hunger-busting taters and nutrient-dense […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleVegan Taco Salad Bowls
While these fun taco salad cups were created with kids in mind, plant-based eaters of all ages will enjoy this hearty, tasty meal. The Tex-Mex-style filling combines chewy quinoa (or any other whole grain you love), nutrient-dense black beans, sweet corn, tangy pico de gallo, and creamy avocado slices to create a succulent Southwestern experience. […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleRaw Purple Power Salad
In the plant world, purple is the calling card for phytochemicals called anthocyanins, powerful compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. They are found in a variety of different fruits, including blueberries and blackberries, and also in purple vegetables like beets, radishes, and carrots. This stunningly beautiful salad offers a variety of crunchy raw purple veggies […] -
Amazing Grains RecipesSee articleQuinoa Broccoli Bowls with Roasted Beets
We know beets can be a controversial ingredient: Some say they taste like dirt; others say they’re nature’s candy. No matter where you stand on the spectrum, these roasted beet and broccoli bowls are a delicious way to enjoy the hearty root vegetable. To start, roast some multicolored beets in tin foil packets so they […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleStrawberry-Mint Salad with Easy Maple-Dijon Dressing
Sweet and herbal, tender and crisp—this simple strawberry-mint salad has so much going for it. Chopped red onion adds tanginess to the juicy berries while matchstick-cut jicama offers a refreshing crunch. (If you can’t find jicama, sliced cucumber would be a tasty substitute.) But the magic of this simple dish is in the dressing: Punchy […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articlePurple Potato Croquettes with Kale Salad
Vibrant purple potato croquettes turn a simple salad into a rainbow-hued feast. Hearty spuds are boiled and pressed through a ricer so they take on a light, airy texture before being mixed with fragrant onion, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Quick-cooking oats are stirred into the croquette mixture to act as a binder so you can […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleSouthwest Salad Bowls with Quick Mango Salsa
These hearty salad bowls are reminiscent of the beloved seven-layer bean dip you might enjoy as a party appetizer on game day, minus the unhealthy ingredients. A base of massaged kale is piled high with chewy quinoa, filling black beans, sweet corn, crunchy jicama, and creamy avocado to create a scrumptious symphony of Southwestern flavors. […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleSweet Spinach and Berry Salad
The slightly sweet flavor of spinach pairs well with ripe, juicy fruits in this delectable 15-minute salad. Layers of lush berries, bright citrus, meaty hearts of palm, and crunchy pepitas add color and texture to this tasty dish, which might as well be the official recipe of springtime. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar is all […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleSpinach Tabbouleh Salad with Watermelon Radish
With hearty beans and colorful veggies, this scrumptious spin on tabbouleh offers main-course treatment to the classic Middle Eastern side dish. The crown jewels of this dish are sliced watermelon radishes, which have a more subtle peppery flavor than their red and white cousins. Not only are they beautiful, but they also add delicious crunch […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleBulgur-Bean Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
Bulgur is a delicious, chewy whole grain that’s prominently featured in Middle Eastern cuisine. Here, we’ve paired it with hearty chickpeas and red beans to create a filling salad packed full of fresh flavors. Crunchy celery and peppery parsley add herbaceous undertones while a tomato vinaigrette delivers a sweet, acidic kick to every bite. Served […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleHearty Winter Slaw with Quinoa and Cranberries
Think coleslaw is just a side dish? This delicious winter slaw is packed full of good-for-you ingredients that undoubtedly deserve to be featured as the main course. Fresh tarragon has a delicate anise-like flavor that pairs nicely with the sweet dried fruits and earthy shredded cabbage. Quinoa adds heartiness to the mixture while pepitas deliver […] -
Vegan Salads & Side Dish RecipesSee articleSpicy Thai Cabbage and Rice Salad with Sweet Potatoes
This eclectic dish puts an adventurous twist on traditional Thai flavors. Each plate starts with a base of warm mashed sweet potatoes that offer delicious contrast to the cool, crunchy salad piled on top. Shredded cabbage, two types of rice, and a medley of fresh herbs are tossed in a tangy vinaigrette to create a […]