Best 4 Easy Tasty Salad Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the world of easy and tasty salads! Discover a treasure trove of vibrant and flavorful recipes that cater to every palate and occasion. From crisp and refreshing salads perfect for light lunches to hearty and satisfying salads that make a complete meal, this article has it all. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or meat lover, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to elevate your meals with a symphony of colors, textures, and flavors, all while keeping your health and taste buds satisfied.

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EASY VEGAN PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Easy Vegan Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: dried pasta, chickpeas, broccoli floret, carrot, red onion, fresh parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, dried oregano, salt, pepper, cherry tomatoes

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 oz dried pasta, cooked
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, drained and rinsed
1 cup broccoli floret, steamed
½ cup carrot, shredded
½ cup red onion, sliced
¼ cup fresh parsley
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes

Steps:

In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, chickpeas, grape tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, red onion, and parsley.
In a small liquid measuring cup, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, and whisk to combine.
Pour dressing over pasta salad and stir until evenly distributed.
Transfer pasta salad into 4 containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 10 grams

EASY (AND TASTY) TUNA SALAD FOR ONE

Easy (And Tasty) Tuna Salad for One image

I made this up all by myself. My mom and I are big tuna eaters. I eat tuna everyday and I find this to be the EASIEST and TASTIEST way I can possibly make my tuna salad for my lunch everyday. It's very quick and takes me about 5 minutes, it's also low fat and good for you. My mom tells me all the time that she loves it. I enjoy it as well, I eat this tuna salad nearly every day for lunch at school. I eat it with crackers, on bread or plain with some fruit, the Mrs. Dash gives it a great flavor, I always keep Mrs. Dash on hand. I hope you like it. It's a recipe concocted by a 15 year old chef. lol.

Provided by GloriaAnn

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) can albacore tuna, drained (I prefer Starkist Albacore Tuna, in the single serving cans)
1 tablespoon light mayonnaise (or fat free)
1 teaspoon honey mustard (use a little more if tuna salad is too dry, I use a teaspoonful)
1/2 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
1 baby carrots, chopped (optional)
sweet relish (optional)

Steps:

Drain your tuna well.
Scoop into a bowl with a fork and flake it well with your fork, breaking up the larger chunks of tuna.
Add remaining ingredients and enjoy.
Whenever I'm in a hurry I just use the mayonnaise, honey mustard and Mrs. Dash.
When I have time I add the carrot which gives it a nice crunch.
Eat it on 2 slices of whole wheat bread, with tortilla chips, or with crackers.
Sometimes I just eat it plain it tastes just fine that way.

EASY AND TASTY TUNA SALAD

Easy and Tasty Tuna Salad image

Great for sandwiches, serving on greens, or halves of ripe tomatoes. The capers and roasted peppers give a really nice flavor that is great for a change from the ordinary.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained and flaked
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped roasted red peppers
1 tablespoon small caper
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 -2 hard-boiled egg, peeled and chopped
1 pinch black pepper
salad greens or halved ripe tomatoes (your choice to serve with) (optional)

Steps:

Combine all ingredients.
serve on toast, rolls, salad greens, or halves of ripe tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.5, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 92.9, Sodium 411.2, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 21.9

VAL'S EASY PASTA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Val's Easy Pasta Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: tri-color rotini, cucumbers, red onion, crumbled bacon, monterey jack cheese, pepper jack cheese, italian dressing, salt and pepper

Provided by Valerie Baker

Categories Dinner

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 boxes tri-color rotini
2 cucumbers, chopped
½ cup red onion, chopped
½ cup crumbled bacon, cooked
1 block monterey jack cheese, cubed
1 block pepper jack cheese, cubed
½ cup italian dressing
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Cook pasta according to the package; drain and set aside to cool.
In a medium sized bowl, combine cucumbers, onion, cheese, and crumbled bacon and mix well with a spoon.
Once pasta is cooled, add it to the mix and stir.
Add Italian dressing and mix. Season with salt and pepper.
Refrigerate. Serve once cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 968 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 16 grams

Tips:

Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
Wash your vegetables thoroughly. This will remove any dirt or bacteria.
Dry your vegetables well. This will prevent them from becoming watery and diluting the dressing.
Use a variety of colors and textures. This will make your salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to salad recipes, so feel free to try different combinations of ingredients and dressings.

Conclusion:

Salads are a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. With just a few simple tips, you can create a salad that is both tasty and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for a salad. You won't be disappointed!