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Protein-packed Buddha salad bowl with chicken

Buddha salad bowl is a healthy and satisfying meal option. It is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. A Buddha salad bowl contains many ingredients but, the more important ingredients are quinoa, peanut butter, and chicken. They will make this recipe very delicious.

You can also try these refreshing salads: Mexican salad bowl, Tahini Chickpea salad bowl

Ingredients for Buddha salad bowl:

Chicken broth – 3 cups

Quinoa – 1.5 cups

Sweet potato diced – 1 large

Red onion chopped – 1 large

Olive oil – ¼ cup

Salt – as per taste

Black pepper – as per taste

Garlic crushed – 3 cloves

Ginger crushed – 1 tbsp

Skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – 1 pound

Lime juice – ¼ cup

Smooth peanut butter – 2 tbsp

Soy sauce – 1 tbsp

Honey – 1 tbsp

Sesame oil – 1 tbsp

Baby spinach – 2 cups

Avocado thinly sliced – 1

Cilantro chopped – 1 tbsp

Sesame seeds toasted – 1 tsp

Method:

Firstly, in a pan, add chicken broth and quinoa and bring to a boil. Then cover the pan and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth gets absorbed on a medium flame.
Then, preheat the oven to 220 degrees C.
Now, take a baking sheet, spread sweet potatoes, and red onions, drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper over the mixture, and toss well.
Bake it in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
After this, heat olive oil in a skillet put garlic, and ginger in it, and fry for one minute.
Now, we will add chicken to it and cook for at least 6 minutes per side. Cut chicken into pieces.
Then, prepare the dressing for the salad. For this, add garlic clove, lime juice, peanut butter, soy sauce, olive oil, and sesame oil in a bowl and whisk well.
Finally, take a big bowl, and put quinoa in it. Add chicken, sweet potato mixture, spinach, and avocado to it.
And then, put dressing, cilantro, and sesame seeds over the top of the bowl.

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Mexican salad bowl: the yummy bowl

By Saumya Gupta / Salads

Mexican salad bowl is one of my best and favorite salads. This salad is so filling, tasty, and healthy. It is rich in fiber, vitamin A and C. Try this Mexican salad bowl once. I am sure you are also going to love it and make it again and again.

You can also try these refreshing salads: Traditional Greek salad bowl, Black beans and corn salad recipe

Ingredients for Mexican salad bowl:

Walnuts – 1 cup
Garlic crushed – 1
Chipotle paste – 1 tsp
Salt – as per taste
Lettuce sliced – 1
Red onion thinly sliced – ½
Jalapenos roughly chopped – 30 gm
Sunflower seeds – 2 tbsp
Lime – 1
Maple syrup – 1 tsp
Balsamic vinegar – 1 tsp
Paprika – ½ tsp
Coriander finely chopped – 2 tbsp
Extra virgin olive oil – 1 tbsp
Tomatoes – 2 medium
Cooked sweet corn – ½ cup
Avocado – 1

Method:

Firstly, put walnuts into the food processor and pulse until turned into a fine mixture.
Then, add tomatoes, garlic, chipotle paste, and some salt and process it until all the ingredients are combined well. Keep the walnut mixture aside.
Now, heat a pan and toast sunflower seeds in it for 5 minutes on medium flame.
After this, transfer the sunflower seeds into a bowl, add lettuce, red onion, and jalapenos and mix them well.
Now, we will prepare to dress for the salad. For this, take a small bowl, add lime juice, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, paprika, coriander, extra virgin olive oil, and some salt and mix them well.
Finally, add the walnut mixture to the salad. Add some chopped tomatoes and some sweet corn to it. Put chopped avocado, dressing lime juice, and coriander leaves on the top.
And, your tasty Mexican salad bowl is ready.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes

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How to make Easy and Fresh Vietnamese Salad

By Mehar Jamil / Healthy Recipes, Salads

Salad can be so dull …… but not when it’s Vietnamese-style! This slaw-like Vietnamese Salad is everything you love about Vietnamese food: Fresh and bright, yet full of flavours.

While this exact salad is not strictly authentic, the flavours, texture and spirit of the dish I drew heavily from traditional Vietnamese food.

This light and refreshing Vietnamese salad is so easy and a simple side dish to serve with grilled meats, seafoods and chicken.

Vietnamese salads are full of Vitamins E and A, thanks to fresh herbs, spices, plenty of veg and lean protein. Vitamin E works to fight free radicals in your body (one of the major causes of pre mature ageing) and Vitamin A is essential for healing scrapes and scars, and keeping wrinkles at bay.

Vermicelli noodles

Vermicelli noodles are thin and flexible when cooked and are a popular filling in Asian spring rolls. I most often encounter two styles of vermicelli noodles, so what’s the difference?

Rice vermicelli noodles are just a tad firmer when cooked, whiter in color and more opaque. Cellophane vermicelli noodles, which look very similar in the package to the rice noodle variety, are also called bean threads or glass noodles and are made from mung bean starch. When cooked, they have a more slippery, gelatinous feel, and look more translucent. Despite their difference, both kinds of noodles can be used in this dish.

Now lets go on to our fresh and healthy recipe……

Ingredients

300 gm thin vermicelli noodles such as rice stick or mung bean
2 carrots shredded
2 cucumbers seeded and shredded
4 green onion chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh bean sprouts
1/3 cup chopped cilantro or Fresh Coriander
1/2 cup seasoned rice vinegar (can use any flavored vinegar)
Few drops of stevia (optional)
2 cloves garlic pressed or minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tsp Soy sauce
sesame seeds
Lime

Method of preparing s

Soften the vermicelli noodles in a large bowl by covering with boiling water and soaking for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Rinse under cold water, drain, and add to a large bowl. Add the shredded carrots, cucumbers, bean sprouts and chopped cilantro to the noodles.
In a glass jar fitted with a lid or a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, stevia, garlic and crushed red pepper. Pour 3/4 of the dressing over the noodles and toss to coat. Add more dressing if desired. Sprinkle with more cilantro and green onion and a squeeze of lime if desired.
Salad can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight, however if making ahead, add the cilantro just before serving.
Sprinkle sesame seeds and enjoy!

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Easy and classic recipe of Tahini Chickpea salad bowl

By Mehar Jamil / Healthy Recipes, Salads

Tahini chickpea salad is the perfect lunch! Eat it with crunchy pita or Make a sandwich with it and pack it up for lunch at the office or school. Top a pile of greens with it and serve it as a salad. Place it in a bowl alongside crackers and cut veggies and serve it as a snack. This super easy recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Chickpeas are in trend these days….Why? Because they are compact with lots of nutrients like high in fiber, plenty of amazing vitamins and minerals, vegetarian protein, etc and they taste great so many different ways.

Now welcome this Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing!

If you love chickpeas, then this recipe is perfect for you. This salad is dressed with tahini dressing and then topped with crispy and smokey roasted chickpeas. So here you go my friends, my Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing!

Ingredients

For CRISPY CHICKPEAS
200gm chickpeas, boiled, drained and rinsed
1 tsp cumin
one tsp paprika
1 clove garlic, minced
salt, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
black pepper, to taste

SALAD
- 3 cups diced lettuce
- 1 roasted orange bell pepper, roasted and chopped
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup parsley/fresh coriander chopped
- 1/4 red onion, diced
DRESSING
- 1/2 cup sesame tahini (can use ready made)
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 lemons
- 1 tsp honey

Method

Preheat oven to 400F.
Toss the drained chickpeas with the olive oil, cumin, coriander, garlic cloves and salt. Place them on a sheet pan in a single layer, along with the bell pepper cut in quarters. Bake for 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Chop the lettuce, cabbage, onion and parsley/Coriander leaves uniformly for the salad and put them into a large bowl. Once the roasted bell peppers are cool, seed and chop and add to the salad bowl.
Make the dressing by combining tahini, water, lemon, garlic powder, salt and honey and mixing until smooth and creamy.
Toss the salad with the dressing.

Try this super versatile Salad at anytime of the day…

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Black beans and corn salad recipe: Flavourful and refreshing

By Saumya Gupta / Salads

Black beans and corn salad is a delicious, refreshing, and quick dish that is full of nutritional benefits. This salad provides iron, magnesium, protein, fiber, and vitamins which, lower the risk of heart disease as well as promote a healthy brain. You can enjoy this salad with tortilla chips, tacos, or with your favorite juicy meats. It could be prepared for lunch or dinner also.

you can also try these refreshing salads: Tahini Chickpea salad bowl, Kale and peanut salad recipe

Ingredients for Black beans and corn salad:

Black beans – 2 cups
Corn kernels – 3
Red bell pepper chopped – ½ cup
Onion chopped – 1 cup
Green onion chopped – ¼ cup
Tomato chopped – ½ cup
Lemon juice – 1 tsp
Garlic minced – 2 – 3 cloves
Cilantro chopped – 1tsp
Olive oil – 2tsp
Avocado copped – 1
Green bell pepper chopped – ½ cup
Honey – 1tsp
Cumin powder – 1tsp
Black Pepper – 1 tsp
Salt as per taste

Method –

1- Firstly, we will cook the corn. For this, boil water in a pot, add corn kernels and cook for 2 -3 minutes.

2- After that, drain the water, wash corn kernels with cold water, and keep them aside.

3- Then, take a bowl and add corn, black beans, green onions, onions, tomato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, and avocado to the bowl.

4- Then, prepare the dressing for the salad. For this, take a bowl and add cumin, honey, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper and mix them well.

5- Now, pour the dressing over the salad and toss well until all the ingredients get coated.

6- At last, add avocados and refrigerate before serving.

Tips –

Although, you can use frozen corn in place of fresh corn.
Different ingredients can also be added according to your taste.
You can also store this salad for 3 -5 days in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

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Kale and peanut salad recipe step-by-step

By Saumya Gupta / Salads

Kale and peanut salad is incredibly tasty and appealing visually. It has perfect combinations of taste and texture. You can store this salad for up to 7 days in an air-tight container. Kale is a low-calorie, nutrient-dense food that is good for weight loss.

Also try these refreshing salad recipes: Apple fig and chicken salad, Healthy Strawberry spinach salad

Ingredients for Kale and peanut salad:

Peanut butter smooth – ¼ cup
Vinegar – 2 tsp
Lime juice – 2tsp
Vegetable oil – 1tsp
Soy sauce – 1tsp
Water – 1tsp
Sugar – 1tsp
Kale thinly sliced – 2 bunches
Edamame thawed – 3/4cup
Radish thinly sliced – 1-2
Salted peanuts – 1 cup
Black sesame seeds – 2tsp

Method –

Firstly, we will prepare to dress for the salads. For this, take a bowl, add peanut butter, vinegar, lime juice, vegetable oil, soy sauce, water, and sugar, and mix well.
Then, take another bowl and put kale, edamame, radishes, and peanuts in it.
Now, pour your dressing over the salads and toss well until the salad gets fully coated with the dressing/
Finally, add black sesame seeds and some peanuts on the top and serve.

Benefits of kale –

Kale is rich in antioxidants that are good for the overall functioning of the body.
It is also rich in bile acid, which helps lowering cholesterol levels in the body
Kale leaves are rich in vitamin c and omega-3-fatty acids that support the healthy functioning of the heart.
Fibers are present in high amounts that help in the detoxification of the entire body.
Kale is good for digestion because it is rich in water and fiber.
Chlorophyll present in kale leaves helps in the protection of the healthy body tissues against cancer-causing tissues.
The various vitamins and minerals present in kale help in keeping the blood sugar level controlled.
Lutein and zeaxanthin present in kale have a positive impact on eye health.

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Apple fig and chicken salad in a quick and easy way

By Saumya Gupta / Healthy Recipes, Salads

Apple fig and chicken salad is a deliciously balanced blend of apples, figs, chicken, and celery. This is a very tasty salad recipe. You can have it for lunch or dinner as the main course. Apples are very good for health. They are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids. Figs present in this salad are an excellent source of pre-biotics. They are rich in calcium and potassium which help in improving bone density. Chicken gives us a sufficient amount of iron and is an excellent source of protein. So, this apple fig chicken salad fulfills the nutritional requirements of the body and is very good for our health.

Also try these refreshing salad recipes: Traditional Greek salad bowl, chicken tikka salad

Ingredients for Apple fig and chicken salad:

Mayonnaise – ¾ cup
Dijon mustard – ¼ tsp
Fresh parsley chopped – 1 tbsp
Honey – 2 tbsp
Orange juice – 2 tbsp
Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Salt – as per taste
White pepper – as per taste
Cooked chicken diced – 2-3 cups
Celery stalks sliced – 4-6
Apple diced – 3 medium
Radishes thinly sliced – 1
Red bell pepper diced – 1 small
Fresh figs diced – 1 cup
Raisins – ½ cup
Romaine lettuce – 1 head

Method:

Firstly, we will make dressing for the salad. For this, take a bowl, add mayonnaise, mustard, honey, orange juice, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper, and whisk well to combine.

Now, add chicken, celery, apples, red bell pepper, figs, and raisins to the bowl and toss well with the dressing until the salad gets fully coated with the dressing.

Finally, add lettuce and serve.

Tips:

Use fresh and good quality ingredients for better taste.
Clean all the ingredients properly before making the salad.
Refrigerate it in an airtight container to use after. The chicken used in the salad should be cooked properly before making the salad.

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Traditional Greek salad bowl for weight loss

By Saumya Gupta / Healthy Recipes, Salads

The Greek salad bowl consists of cucumbers, tomato, onion, bell pepper, and feta cheese. This combination of ingredients is delicious and nutritious. It is low in calories and rich in nutrients. The Greek salad bowl is rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients. It has a good amount of potassium, iron, and vitamins A and C.

A Greek salad bowl can be taken as a starter or side dish in a meal. Its recipe is very simple and made in less time. You can also make this during some house party or celebrations. This simple recipe has simple ingredients but is very rich in flavors. All you have to do is to choose good quality ingredients for this salad.

Also try these refreshing salad recipes: Strawberry spinach salad, Barnyard salad

Ingredients for Greek salad bowl:

Cucumber chopped – 1 medium
Tomato chopped – 1.5 cups
Onion sliced – 1 small
Green bell pepper cubed – ½
Red bell pepper cubed – ½
Feta cheese cubed – 150 gm
Olive oil – 3 tbsp
Dry oregano – 1 tsp
Romaine lettuce
Red wine vinegar – 2 tbsp
Salt to taste
Sugar – ½ tsp
Pepper to taste
Parsley chopped – 4 tbsp
Kalamata olives – 3 tbsp

Method:

Firstly, we will prepare to dress for the salad. For this, take a bowl, add olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, sugar, and pepper and whisk them nicely.

Then, take a big bowl and put Romain lettuce as the base of the salad. Put onion, tomatoes, cucumber, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, parsley, and olives in it.

Now pour the prepared dressing into the salad and mix them well.

Finally, add feta cheese on top and enjoy your healthy and tasty Greek salad bowl.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes

Tips:

You can refrigerate this salad for up to 3 days but, without adding dressing to it.

Use good quality ingredients for better taste.

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Prepare a nutritious Spinach mango bowl in the easiest way

By Saumya Gupta / Healthy Recipes, Salads

Spinach mango bowl is one of the easiest ways to eat the rainbow in the diet. As you know, as much as our plate is full of colors, it is as high in nutrients. Nutritionists suggest eating a variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet to have multiple health benefits. Salads are the easiest method to add variety to your diet. Spinach mango bowl is a simple and delicious salad. You can add or remove some ingredients according to your choice. It has soo many health benefits, which are given at the end of the recipe.

Also try these refreshing salad recipes: Strawberry spinach salad, russian salad

Ingredients for Spinach mango bowl:

Baby Spinach – 2 cups

Cashew halves – ¼ cup

Mango sliced – 1 large

Olive oil – 2 tbsp

Lime juice – 1 tbsp

Honey – 2 tbsp

Mozzarella cheese – 1 tbsp

Salt as per taste

Pepper as per taste

Method:

Firstly we prepare the dressing for the salad. For this, take a bowl, add olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper and mix well.

Now put spinach, mango, and cashews in another bowl and pour your dressing over them.

Combine all the ingredients well until the dressing gets coated over all the ingredients.

Finally, add some mozzarella cheese at the top and serve.

Benefits of spinach mango bowl:

Spinach is rich in antioxidants, iron, potassium, and vitamins A, K, C, and B. So, it is good for eyes and bones health.
Olive oil has anti-inflammatory properties and is rich in healthy fats.
Limes contain vitamins C, B, A, calcium, potassium, copper, iron, and magnesium and are a source of fiber.
Honey is also rich in antioxidants and helps in reducing stress.
Cashews have iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese and are rich in proteins. They are good for the heart and eye health.

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Healthy Strawberry spinach salad in 3 steps

By Saumya Gupta / Healthy Recipes, Salads

Strawberry spinach salad is a perfect blend of taste and flavors. It is a very refreshing and delightful salad. It has the freshness of spinach, the sweetness of strawberries, and the crunchiness of almonds.

If you are a salad lover then, this is a great recipe for you. It is made in less time and is very delicious. Strawberries and spinach contrast each other very well. They give us many nutrients like zinc, thiamine, calcium, and vitamins E, A, C, B6, and K. Strawberry spinach salad is also rich in soluble and insoluble fibers. It helps in balancing blood sugar levels and lowers cholesterol levels in the body.

You can also try these refreshing salads: Classic Homemade Caesar Salad And Coleslaw Salad, quinoa salad with simple and fresh ingredients

Ingredients for Strawberry spinach salad:

Strawberries sliced – 1.5 cup

Baby spinach – ¾ cup

Feta cheese crumbled – 1/3 cup

Almonds chopped – 1/3 cup

Apple cider vinegar – 1 tbsp

Lime juice – 1 tbsp

Garlic minced – 1 clove

Extra virgin olive oil – 2 tbsp

Salt – as per taste

Pepper – as per taste

Maple syrup – 1 tbsp

Method:

Firstly take a bowl and prepare dressing for the salad. For the dressing, add extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper into the bowl and mix well.
After this, add baby spinach, strawberries, and almonds into the bowl and toss them well until it gets fully coated with dressing.
Finally, add crumbled feta cheese to it and serve it.

Tips:

You can use goat cheese or blue cheese in place of feta.

Also, you can add mixed greens or kale to the salad according to your choice.

Any other nuts or seeds can also be added to the salad.

You can refrigerate this salad for up to 5 days, but you have to keep all ingredients individually. You can’t store it after mixing it with dressing.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 2 minutes
Total time: 12 minutes

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