Salads don't always need to be starters or sides. These crave-worthy salads will take center stage at meal time -- and no one will leave the table hungry, I assure you.
Earthy French green lentils, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy vegetables make a hearty and wholesome salad that will nourish your spirit. GET THE RECIPE
Made with crisp power greens, toasted walnuts, chunks of Parmesan and a lemony Dijon dressing -- this salad tastes like a healthful, crunchy Caesar. Top it with simply grilled salmon, steak or chicken to make it a meal. Bonus: it keeps well and can be made ahead of time. GET THE RECIPE
This salad is so satisfying, you can get away with serving it for dinner. It's easy too: you simply shred a rotisserie chicken, chop some veggies, whisk the dressing and dinner is done. GET THE RECIPE
Made with bulgur, fresh herbs, chopped vegetables and chickpeas, this nutritious salad is like a bulked-up tabbouleh. Make it over the weekend and keep it in the fridge all week long for healthy lunches. GET THE RECIPE
This salad is a healthy eater's dream: flavorful, chock-full of protein and veggies, satisfying and low in fat. Make it the main course by adding cooked shrimp, crab or lobster. GET THE RECIPE