13 Lunch-Ready Salads for Every Food Mood
In theory, I love salad. Love it. But in practice, I’m rarely in the mood for one. Which is silly! With so many salads out there—and so many of them open to the leftover cooked grains or meats from last night’s dinner—you’re bound to find at least one that’s right for you. Here are 13 lunch-ready salads for every food mood.
If you need something rich and creamy…
Say goodbye to mushy, flavorless caesar salads. (Photo: Alpha Smoot/Food52)
A vegan take on the classic Caesar, with a creamy cashew dressing. (Photo: Sophie, Wholehearted Eats/Food52)
If you’re only in it for the egg…
3. 3 P.M. Salad
A perfect non-mealtime salad. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
4. Arugula, Avocado and Radish Salad with Poached Egg
Become an egg + salad breakfast converter. (Photo: Emily Vikre/Food52)
If you want to go with the grain…
5. Radish and Pecan Grain Salad
Your body will thank you for this salad. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
6. Toasted Farro Salad with Roasted Leeks and Root Vegetables
Winter magic, in salad form. (Photo: Elizabeth Stark/Food52)
If you’d like a fruity twist…
7. Roasted Grape and Butternut Squash Salad with Kale and Parmesan
This salad makes a convincing argument for eating vegetables. (Photo: Elizabeth Stark/Food52)
8. Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Merguez, Persimmon, and Za'atar Yogurt
Roasted sweet potatoes and za'atar yogurt make a beautiful pair. (Photo: Alpha Smoot/Food52)
If you think you’d rather go with a steak…
A salad for the Thai lovers out of there. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
Your favorite brunch cocktail, now in (steak) salad form. (Photo: Bobbi Lin/Food52)
If by “salad” you mean “mostly bread”…
The best way to use up your leftover bread. (Photo: Emily Vikre/Food52)
12. Winter Panzanella with Orange, Roasted Beets, and Pomegranate Seeds
A bright, citrusy take on the classic panzanella. (Photo: James Ransom/Food52)
And if you’re feeling adventurous…
13. Beet Herb Salad (in Jello Form)
Pamper your beets. (Photo: Mark Weinberg/Food52)
By Gabi Benedit.
