15 Quick Salads That Are Actually Filling

Salads don’t have to be light or leave you hungry twenty minutes later. This collection brings together 15 quick salads that are packed with protein, grains, and bold flavors to keep you satisfied. You’ll find easy, fresh recipes that feel like a complete meal, not just a side.

Spicy Thai Salad (Panera Copycat)

This Spicy Thai Salad recipe, inspired by a beloved salad at Panera Bread, is packed with tender chicken breast, crunchy vegetables, and delightful toppings with a creamy peanut dressing. Get the recipe

Easy Taco Salad with Ground Beef

This easy Taco Salad is piled with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, cheese, avocado, and a spicy sour cream dressing. This salad is great because it’s made with ingredients you likely have on hand, and it’s quick to whip up. Get the recipe

Flank Steak Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

This healthy, low-carb Flank Steak Salad combines tender seared flank steak with blue cheese dressing over a bed of crispy iceberg lettuce and tomatoes. It’s super easy to sear flank steak. It cooks very quickly. Mix up the rest of the salad ingredients while it’s cooking, and your lunch is ready in just 5-10 minutes. Get the recipe

Flavorful Cajun Shrimp Salad

This Cajun Shrimp Salad is packed with zesty Cajun-seasoned shrimp and a refreshing mix of salad greens and vegetables. It’s perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner. This salad is practically bursting with bold Cajun flavors. Make it as spicy or mild as you like! Get the recipe

Spinach and Apple Fall Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing

This Spinach and Apple Fall Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing combines spinach with crispy apples, walnuts, and feta cheese, all tossed together with maple Dijon dressing, making for a delicious salad. Get the recipe

Easy Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad

This Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad is a fantastic low-carb lunch with plenty of crisp fresh veggies, tender shrimp, and a light dressing packed with healthy fats. Get the recipe

Sweet Potato Salad with Arugula, Walnuts & Feta

There’s something about a salad that manages to be both hearty and refreshing, and this Sweet Potato Salad with Arugula, Walnuts, and Feta hits that balance perfectly. The roasted sweet potatoes add warmth and natural sweetness, while the peppery arugula provides a fresh, crisp base. Add in crunchy walnuts and creamy, salty feta, and you’ve got a dish that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. Get the recipe

Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

This Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad combines tender cubes of chicken with crunchy celery, walnuts and dried cranberries in a creamy mayonnaise based dressing. This is a satisfying lunch that can be served on it’s own, with low carb bread or wrapped in a lettuce leaf. Get the recipe

Roasted Beet Salad with Feta & Walnuts

This Roasted Beet Salad with Walnuts & Feta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with the crunch of walnuts and the tangy creaminess of feta cheese. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, it’s both nutritious and delicious. Get the recipe

Blueberry Spinach Salad

This Blueberry Spinach Salad is the perfect side salad, with vibrant blueberries, spinach, soft cheese and a poppy seed vinaigrette. This salad is full of fresh ingredients, the combination is unforgettable. Make up the dressing and keep it in the refrigerator, and this salad will come together quickly. Get the recipe

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Salad

Sesame Chicken Cabbage Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. This dish combines tender chicken, crunchy cabbage, and a savory sesame dressing that will have your taste buds dancing. Get the recipe

Southwestern Chicken Bowl

This Southwestern Chicken Bowl combines fresh cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, and avocado with a zesty cilantro-lime dressing in just delicious salad in less than 10 minutes. Get the recipe

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with Avocado & Bacon

Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with Avocado and Bacon is both satisfying and packed with flavor. The sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing pairs beautifully with tender chicken, while creamy avocado and crispy bacon bring richness and texture to the dish. Get the recipe

Chicken & Bacon Salad

Try this Keto Chicken & Bacon Salad in place of your typical garden salad. It’s packed with the high-fat, low-carb ingredients you’re looking for. This Chicken & Bacon Salad is packed with flavorful ingredients that will spice up an ordinary salad. Get the recipe

Fennel, Avocado, and Blood Orange Salad

This Fennel, Avocado and Blood Orange Salad has all the makings of a perfect spring salad, with lots of crunch and zest. This is a fantastic side salad to serve for any dinner and is a huge hit because the flavors are so bold and vibrant. Get the recipe