{"id":48906,"date":"2023-01-31T13:33:02","date_gmt":"2023-01-31T13:33:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=48906"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"power-salads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Power Salads For A Healthy Lunch"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#What_Are_The_5_Types_Of_Salads\" >What Are The 5 Types Of Salads?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Simple_Power_Lunch_Salads_To_Try_Today\" >Simple Power Lunch Salads To Try Today<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_1_%E2%80%93_Healthy_Chicken_Salad\" >Option 1 &#8211; Healthy Chicken Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Directions\" >Directions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_2_%E2%80%93_Quinoa_Chickpea_Cucumber_Salad\" >Option 2 &#8211; Quinoa, Chickpea, Cucumber Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-2\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_3_%E2%80%93_Shrimp_Avocado_Salad\" >Option 3 &#8211; Shrimp Avocado Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-3\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_4_%E2%80%93_Roasted_Veggie_Salad\" >Option 4 &#8211; Roasted Veggie Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-4\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_5_%E2%80%93_Chicken_Cauliflower_Salad\" >Option 5 &#8211; Chicken Cauliflower Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-5\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#For_The_Dressing\" >For The Dressing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_6_%E2%80%93_Avocado_Tuna_Salad\" >Option 6 &#8211; Avocado Tuna Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-6\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Directions-2\" >Directions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Option_7_%E2%80%93_Crunchy_Apple_Pecan_Chicken_Salad\" >Option 7 &#8211; Crunchy Apple Pecan Chicken Salad<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Ingredients-7\" >Ingredients:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Directions-3\" >Directions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#What_Are_The_Most_Healthy_Salads\" >What Are The Most Healthy Salads?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#Are_Salads_Good_For_Energy\" >Are Salads Good For Energy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#What_Are_The_Most_Popular_Salads\" >What Are The Most Popular Salads?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you talk about salads, the image that pops up in many people&#8217;s minds is most likely a plate of lettuce leaves with some dressing &#8211; basically, not the most appetizing or filling meal in the world. For many years, this or a version of this was the image that was unfortunately associated with salads everywhere. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, due to more research into food and dieting culture, as well as brilliant culinary minds all over the world, we now know that a salad does not just mean eating what is often referred to as \u201crabbit food\u201d. Salads come in all forms, shapes, as well as sizes, and above all can be filling without being unhealthy. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An example of this is power salads. Not only are they incredibly colorful which makes them very appetizing, but they are also delicious, healthy, and will keep you satiated all day. In this article, we have compiled a power salads menu that will have you not only <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/autumn-salad\/\">eating more vegetables<\/a> than ever before, but also change your mind on the meaning of salads.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_5_Types_Of_Salads\"><\/span><b>What Are The 5 Types Of Salads?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merriam-Webster <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dictionary, a salad is defined as any of various usually cold dishes: such as (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/salad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raw greens (eg. lettuce) often combined with other vegetables and toppings and served especially with dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">small pieces of food (like pasta, meat, fruit, or vegetables) usually mixed with a dressing (for example mayonnaise) or set in gelatin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As seen from the definition, the word \u2018salad\u2019 encompassed a wide variety of dishes, and not just a combination of greens and dressing. Here are the five most common types of salads that you will come across (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/salad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Green Salads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This is undoubtedly the most common type of salad. It mainly consists of lettuce and other green vegetables that <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mediterranean-eggplant-salad\/\">can be eaten raw.<\/a> Green salads are often eaten at the beginning of a meal or after the main course.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard leafy greens that can be found in this type of salad include cabbage, spinach, arugula, and of course, different varieties of lettuce. To make this dish more filling and appetizing, other vegetables like bell peppers, onions, beets, tomatoes and cucumbers are often added (these can be cooked or raw).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Vegetable Salads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This version is closely related to the green salad above. However, instead of being raw, vegetable salads are often a mixture of both raw and cooked veggies that are usually made in a marinade or sauce.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of being mostly based on leafy greens, vegetable salads are made with all kinds of vegetable ingredients from eggplants to green beans, cucumbers or even mushrooms.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Starch Salads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; As the name suggests, these types of salads, unlike the first two above, come with a starch or carbohydrate of some sort. The starch acts as a base of the salad and turns this dish into a heartier, more filling meal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most common types of carbohydrates often used in these salads are usually rice or pasta. You can, however, use other healthier complex carbohydrates like sweet potatoes, quinoa, bulgur, dried beans, black or wild rice, etc. to keep the dish as healthy as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mixed Salads<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This version often mixes all the ingredients from the three other salads above, and then goes the extra mile to add meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, or cheese to the dish.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing this not only adds extra protein to the dish, but it essentially also turns your salad into a balanced meal that can keep you from lunch to dinner, without the desire to snack.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruit Salad<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; As the name suggests, this salad is made up of a combination of different fruits. Fruit salads are often consumed as desserts after a heavy, fatty meal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-chicken-salad\/\"><i>Keto Chicken Salad Recipes With Bacon, Olives, Grapes, Mayo, And More!<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47344 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783-1024x576.png\" alt=\"power salad\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207783.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simple_Power_Lunch_Salads_To_Try_Today\"><\/span><b>Simple Power Lunch Salads To Try Today<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power salads are essentially a mix of all (if not most) of the elements of the above mentioned 5 types of salads. Here are some recipes that you can try today.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_1_%E2%80%93_Healthy_Chicken_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 1 &#8211; Healthy Chicken Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This simple chicken salad recipe might only take 20 minutes to make but it is packed full of flavor and incredible nutrients<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup extra-virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 grated garlic clove<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp dried oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc tsp ground pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 cups torn green-leaf lettuce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 cups baby spinach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups shredded cooked chicken<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup halved grape tomatoes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup halved and sliced cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd cup slivered red onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2153 cup sliced pepperoncini<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2153 cup crumbled feta cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp toasted unsalted sunflower seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Directions\"><\/span><b>Directions:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by making the dressing in a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-ranch-keto\/\">large bowl<\/a> &#8211; Throw in the lemon juice, garlic, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper then whisk them together till combined.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add in the lettuce, spinach, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion and pepperoncini then toss till coated with the dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sprinkle the feta and sunflower seeds on top and then serve.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that this recipe makes about 4 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 466. Fats: 24 g. Protein: 49 g. Carbs: 14 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47321 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769-1024x576.png\" alt=\"power salad\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207769.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_2_%E2%80%93_Quinoa_Chickpea_Cucumber_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 2 &#8211; Quinoa, Chickpea, Cucumber Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quinoa provides the complex carbs, chickpeas are a great source of plant protein and cucumber adds a refreshing taste that brings everything together beautifully.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-2\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup uncooked quinoa &#8211; make sure to rinse it first<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas &#8211; rinsed and drained<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 seeded and chopped medium cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 chopped medium red bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00be cup chopped red onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bc cup lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp red wine vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 minced garlic cloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00bd tsp fine sea salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freshly ground black pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 8 small servings or 4 larger ones. Get recipe directions from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cookie and Kate <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cookieandkate.com\/best-quinoa-salad-recipe\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 small serving: 205. Fats: 9.4 g. Protein: 6.1 g. Carbs: 25.9 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_3_%E2%80%93_Shrimp_Avocado_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 3 &#8211; Shrimp Avocado Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the seafood lovers, this is a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/salmon-salad\/\">protein packed<\/a> option that\u2019s also rich in fiber (from the vegetables) and healthy fats from the shrimp and avocado.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-3\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>For The Shrimp<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 lb raw shrimp peeled and deveined tail-on<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and ground black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For The Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-6 cups romaine lettuce washed and chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 slices of red onions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half avocado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 medium boiled eggs sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feta cheese for garnishing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For The Dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp Dijon mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 4 servings. Get recipe from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primavera Kitchen <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.primaverakitchen.com\/shrimp-avocado-tomato-salad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 254. Fats: 18.2 g. Protein: 15.2 g. Carbs: 7.3 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sweet-potato-cold-salad\/\"><i>Sweet Potato Cold Salad For Your Next Potluck<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47290 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738-1024x577.png\" alt=\"power salad\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207738.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_4_%E2%80%93_Roasted_Veggie_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 4 &#8211; Roasted Veggie Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich in both color and flavor, it\u2019s a fantastic option for a light lunch or dinner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-4\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>For The Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 chopped bell pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">455 g sweet potato, peeled and chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">455 g brussels sprouts, halved<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 red onion, sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp fresh oregano<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup spinach (40 g)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp feta cheese, to garnish<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For The Dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp maple syrup<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings. Get directions from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tasty<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/tasty.co\/recipe\/roasted-veggie-salad-with-maple-balsamic-vinaigrette\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 379. Fats: 24 g. Protein: 6 g. Carbs: 36 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_5_%E2%80%93_Chicken_Cauliflower_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 5 &#8211; Chicken Cauliflower Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another easy chicken salad recipe packed full of protein and vegetables and fruit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-5\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>For The Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 head cauliflower, cut into florets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 thinly sliced apple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 thinly sliced shallot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a handful of chopped parsley and mint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 firm avocados, cut into chunks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_The_Dressing\"><\/span><strong>For The Dressing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp grainy mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4 cup olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4 cup water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">juice and zest of one lime<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">salt and pepper, to taste<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings. Get directions from <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinch of Yum<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pinchofyum.com\/spring-detox-cauliflower-salad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 484. Fats: 31.7 g. Protein: 10.8 g. Carbs: 48.7 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47263 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207714.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_6_%E2%80%93_Avocado_Tuna_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 6 &#8211; Avocado Tuna Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a great option for anyone who has been looking for some keto power lunch salads<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-6\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 oz tuna in oil, drained and flaked<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 sliced English cucumber<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 large or 3 medium avocados, peeled, pitted &amp; sliced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 thinly sliced small red onion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4 cup cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tsp sea salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/8 tsp black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Directions-2\"><\/span><b>Directions:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a large salad bowl, combine: sliced cucumber, sliced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, drained tuna, and 1\/4 cup cilantro<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a smaller bowl combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and black pepper. Whisk till combined<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drizzle the dressing on the ingredients in the large salad bowl. Combine and serve<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 6 side salad servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 304. Fats: 20 g. Protein: 22 g. Carbs: 9 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47256 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707-1024x576.png\" alt=\"power salad\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Frame-207707.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Option_7_%E2%80%93_Crunchy_Apple_Pecan_Chicken_Salad\"><\/span><strong>Option 7 &#8211; Crunchy Apple Pecan Chicken Salad<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients-7\"><\/span><b>Ingredients:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>For The Salad<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 cups red leaf lettuce washed and torn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 apple washed and diced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 slices smoked bacon &#8211; cooked and crumbled<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 tbsp pecans &#8211; toasted and chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 small grilled chicken breast<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For The Dressing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 clove garlic grated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tsp dijon mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 tbsp balsamic vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 to 4 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">salt &amp; pepper\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Directions-3\"><\/span><b>Directions:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by whisking together the dressing ingredients till combined<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dump the salad ingredients in a large bowl, drizzle the dressing, toss everything together till the salad ingredients are properly coated with the dressing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes about 3 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories for 1 serving: 477. Fats: 37 g. Protein: 22 g. Carbs: 14 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Most_Healthy_Salads\"><\/span><b>What Are The Most Healthy Salads?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The healthiest types of salads are those that combine all elements of the 5 main types of salads above. Always make sure that your salads are loaded with different leafy greens as well as other vegetables, a healthy carbohydrate, some protein (the healthier and leaner the better), as well as some fruit to add color and sweetness. You could also add some nuts and seeds for that extra crunch as well as some healthy fats. Doing this makes your salad incredibly nutritious, full of flavor and fiber, all things that are good for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Salads_Good_For_Energy\"><\/span><b>Are Salads Good For Energy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can be, it all depends on what ingredients make up your salad. For a salad to give you ample energy to tackle your day, it needs to have protein as well as healthy carbs and fats. All these 3 macronutrients work together to provide your body with ample energy to tackle your day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates are your body\u2019s preferred source of energy. The body turns carbs to glucose which is them uses to fuel you and other bodily functions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6331362\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proteins help with growth, development, repair, and maintenance of body tissues. They are also essential for the health of muscles and bones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK224683\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fats are essential for hormone production, cell growth, energy storage, and the absorption of important vitamins. They also work as an energy source when your body doesn&#8217;t have enough carbs to turn into glucose for fuel (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/fats\/dietary-fats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Most_Popular_Salads\"><\/span><b>What Are The Most Popular Salads?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taste Atlas<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the top 3 most popular salads around the world are coleslaw, Cesar salad and Greek salad (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteatlas.com\/most-popular-salads-in-the-world\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding power salads to your weekly menu is a fantastic way to add more vegetables and fruit to your diet without being bored of them. They are also a great pick me up for whenever you have been eating unhealthily and want to detox your system and change your diet without sacrificing flavor. Be sure to always make your salads as balanced as possible by loading them up with as much lean protein, healthy fats and complex carbs as possible. Do not forget to garnish with fruit (where possible) or nuts and seeds for that lovely pop of color.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Power_Salads\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you talk about salads, the image that pops up in many people&#8217;s minds is most likely a plate of lettuce leaves with some dressing &#8211; basically, not the most appetizing or filling meal in the world. 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Kamau","Est. reading time":"11 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/"},"author":{"name":"BetterMe","@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/5ebf2773ceb32ef6b8abc0c882459360"},"headline":"The Best Power Salads For A Healthy Lunch","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/"},"wordCount":2015,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/shutterstock_631559033-scaled.jpg","articleSection":["Recipes"],"inLanguage":"en-US","articleBody":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you talk about salads, the image that pops up in many people's minds is most likely a plate of lettuce leaves with some dressing - basically, not the most appetizing or filling meal in the world. For many years, this or a version of this was the image that was unfortunately associated with salads everywhere. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, due to more research into food and dieting culture, as well as brilliant culinary minds all over the world, we now know that a salad does not just mean eating what is often referred to as \u201crabbit food\u201d. Salads come in all forms, shapes, as well as sizes, and above all can be filling without being unhealthy. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An example of this is power salads. Not only are they incredibly colorful which makes them very appetizing, but they are also delicious, healthy, and will keep you satiated all day. In this article, we have compiled a power salads menu that will have you not only <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/autumn-salad\/\">eating more vegetables<\/a> than ever before, but also change your mind on the meaning of salads.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Are The 5 Types Of Salads?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Merriam-Webster <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dictionary, a salad is defined as any of various usually cold dishes: such as (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merriam-webster.com\/dictionary\/salad\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">raw greens (eg. lettuce) often combined with other vegetables and toppings and served especially with dressing<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">small pieces of food (like pasta, meat, fruit, or vegetables) usually mixed ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/","url":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/","name":"The Best Power Salads For A Healthy Lunch - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/power-salads\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/shutterstock_631559033-scaled.jpg","dateModified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00","description":"What are \u2605 POWER SALADS \u27a4 and how can they improve your eating habits? 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