18 Main-Dish Salad Recipes For Healthy, Filling Dinners

No rule says salads have to leave you feeling unsatisfied. They especially shouldn't when they're topped with a mix of the season's best vegetables and your favorite proteins. Our recipes will push you to reimagine your basic bed of greens by adding in whole grains, roasted vegetables, toasted nuts, and fruit. Think salads are only for hot summer afternoons? Think again. By introducing seasonal ingredients you can have a satisfying meal that's full of flavor year-round.

Easy enough to pull together last-minute yet still impressive upon presentation, these recipes will wow your family and friends. Plus, they can make you feel like a chef extraordinaire as you experiment. Make them your own by throwing in some pantry favorites of your choice. Whether you're looking for a hassle-free dinner or a filling weekday lunch, try one of these hearty main-dish salad recipes as your lunch or dinner.