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Very Good 4.2/5

Good side dish and an easy way to get in a serving of veggies.

Carbs: 11g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 5.5g | Calories: 90.4

Submitted by MKITCHEN1

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 15.7g | Fiber: 4.6g | Protein: 19.4g | Calories: 301.6

Sushi without the rice!

Submitted by INSATIABLE87

Carbs: 48.1g | Fat: 11.7g | Fiber: 13.1g | Protein: 9.9g | Calories: 313.8
Good 3.7/5

A mushroom lover's perfect picnic side dish. Try using a variety of mushrooms to give a different earthy flavor.

Carbs: 3.1g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 76.4
Good 3.9/5

This is a light salad that makes a great addition to an Italian dinner or perfect for lunch.

Submitted by SHARONMAY2007

Carbs: 8.1g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 87.5
Very Good 4.1/5

I love this as my main dish but you can add some grilled chicken if you just can't live without meat! It makes great leftovers to take to work for lunch too.

Submitted by GINGERKISS

Carbs: 44.1g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 7.7g | Protein: 14.4g | Calories: 318.9
Good 3.7/5

Great side or lunch entree; high in fiber, but not for those watching sodium!

Submitted by REBYAC

Carbs: 33.2g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 9.6g | Protein: 25.4g | Calories: 278.6
Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
Very Good 4.4/5

This substantial salad offers a healthy balance of vegetables and protein. It provides a wide range of textures, colors, and seasonings.

Carbs: 55.1g | Fat: 13.2g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 10.6g | Calories: 370.7
Good 3.9/5

Draining the marinade before serving keeps the fat and sodium low in this cold pasta salad.

Carbs: 27.6g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 3.4g | Calories: 140.5
Garden Salad with Beets & Blueberries
Very Good 4.0/5

Colorful and delicious, this salad is satisfying both in taste and appearance.

Submitted by CRUISIN2LOSE

Carbs: 16g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 22.3g | Calories: 210.8
Very Good 4.3/5

A simple cucumber salad for the Dog Days of Summer.

Carbs: 3.8g | Fat: 10.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 106.4
Very Good 4.4/5

Using low fat yogurt makes this healthier than other recipes.

Carbs: 24.5g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 3.9g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 145.2
Very Good 4.1/5

A salad that is the perfect touch to a sandwich for lunch.

Submitted by JZIM78

Carbs: 10.5g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 2.8g | Calories: 56.9
Very Good 4.3/5

A great summer snack!

Submitted by RANDUMBBLONDE

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 69.7
Very Good 4.5/5

Three bean salad my way

Submitted by CHERI13GREEN

Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 5.1g | Fiber: 5.7g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 152.8
Very Good 4.0/5

My son and I have liked pickle salads for years! It's a nice way to introduce more salad ingredients to pickier kids--since most kids like pickles! (It's higher in sodium than most salads though--be careful if watching sodium)

Submitted by MOVEITGRACE

Carbs: 11.4g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 3.1g | Calories: 72.5
Penne Pasta Salad (multigrain)
Very Good 4.4/5

Penne Pasta Salad

Submitted by HEIDI14DAN

Carbs: 28.3g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 9.1g | Calories: 162.9
Very Good 4.3/5

With green vegetables and reduced fat dressing, this pasta salad will satisfy your hunger.

Carbs: 28.4g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 6.7g | Calories: 151
Good 3.9/5

A quick & easy salad.

Submitted by GYPSYWIND

Carbs: 36.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 3.9g | Calories: 164.2
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by SLIDOG

Carbs: 14.4g | Fat: 4.6g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 10.3g | Calories: 140.8
Good 3.8/5

Submitted by CHERYLHETTINGER

Carbs: 29.9g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 12.1g | Calories: 188.9
SP_Stepf's Technicolor Pasta
Very Good 4.0/5

This pasta packs a nutritional punch, and the brightly colored vegetables are quite a sight!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 46.5g | Fat: 16.6g | Fiber: 8.6g | Protein: 16.1g | Calories: 384.2
 Tuna and White Bean Salad
Good 3.8/5

A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

Submitted by JLPNURSE

Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 6.1g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 219.1
Very Good 4.2/5

Light and cinnamony. Makes a great snack.

Submitted by JZIM78

Carbs: 27.6g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 2.9g | Calories: 159.6
Good 3.9/5

A sweet, light salad.

Submitted by PROWESS64

Carbs: 37.4g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 5.4g | Protein: 7.5g | Calories: 177.5
Good 3.8/5

Great for potlucks or picnics

Submitted by KASHMIR

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 3.9g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 4.6g | Calories: 84.6
Israeli Salad
Very Good 4.4/5

Traditional, classic Israeli Salad, perfect as a side, salad, or as filling for your pita.

Submitted by LOULOUB

Carbs: 4.4g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 65.2

This is a perfect canvas for starting a variety of vinaigrettes and marinades.

This isn't low fat but it doesn't take much to make a salad taste great.

Submitted by LITTLELETA

Carbs: 0.1g | Fat: 10.4g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 90.1
Very Good 4.0/5

Hearts of Palm, Baby Spinach, and Red Onion Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Submitted by PARRTEE

Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 7.7g | Fiber: 5g | Protein: 4.1g | Calories: 183.8

Submitted by FEEDTHESOUL

Carbs: 1.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 88.4

Enjoy this spicy vinaigrette on greens, paninis, fajitas, and anything that needs a little zip!

Submitted by EMMAKATE218

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 91.9

From the Perdue website (their prepared chicken has a lot more sodium so I cut my own strips)

Submitted by MRSNIX

Carbs: 19.7g | Fat: 38.1g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 11.5g | Calories: 451.5

Classic Vinaigrette for a special occasion

Submitted by EDEROSIER01

Carbs: 0.6g | Fat: 13.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 122.3
Very Good 4.0/5

Wakes up your taste buds.

Submitted by COMFORT1

Carbs: 10.8g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 1.8g | Calories: 47.3
Peanut and Sesame Noodles
Very Good 4.2/5

Served cold or hot, these tangy yet sweet noodles are rich and tasty.

Carbs: 22.9g | Fat: 11g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 7.7g | Calories: 208.6
Good 3.6/5

Try this one hot or cold--it's delicious either way!

Submitted by SNEECH2

Carbs: 56.2g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 9.4g | Protein: 13g | Calories: 293.5
Good 3.3/5

An egg-less salad, but it tastes so good, you'll never miss them.

Submitted by STACY_MAC

Carbs: 3.9g | Fat: 0.8g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 6.7g | Calories: 48.8
Garden Potato Salad
Good 3.8/5

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

Carbs: 23.9g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 4.2g | Calories: 108.7
Southwest Pasta Salad
Very Good 4.0/5

Quick and nutritious, high in iron, protein and other nutrients

Submitted by RDEPASS

Carbs: 45.6g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 14.2g | Calories: 267.8
Very Good 4.0/5

This is the salad my grandpa made every Christmas, and everyone loved it. Even as a kid, it was one of my favorites, he's not around anymore so this is me winging it.

Submitted by DIGUPHERBONES

Carbs: 8.6g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 5.1g | Calories: 135.1

A great sour and hot salsa-ish salad that finds a home on anything from fish to burgers to tortilla chips, or if you can take the heat, plain eating!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Carbs: 12.4g | Fat: 0.6g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 2.3g | Calories: 56.9
Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad
Very Good 4.4/5

A spicy Cajun twist to the familiar Caesar Salad.

Carbs: 7.4g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 196.1
Spinach and Tomato Pasta Salad (Chef Meg's Makeover)
Very Good 4.1/5

Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 12g | Calories: 267.1
orzo salad
Incredible! 5.0/5

A yummy greek style salad

Submitted by CALYDORAN

Carbs: 22.8g | Fat: 14.9g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 7.2g | Calories: 248.6
Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by KLR397

Carbs: 1.9g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 15.3g | Calories: 82.8
Incredible! 5.0/5

a twist to tuna

Submitted by MRSUSSRUSSELL

Carbs: 5.4g | Fat: 5.7g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 13.6g | Calories: 121
Good 3.8/5

Submitted by ANNITTA

Carbs: 36.8g | Fat: 1.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 6.5g | Calories: 168.8
Good 3.0/5

A refreshing, beautiful summer dinner salad. It is also packed with nutrients for your body!

Submitted by CTCLOUGH

Carbs: 13.4g | Fat: 20.4g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 341.5
Whole Wheat Pasta with Sesame Peanut Sauce
Good 3.6/5

This Asian-inspired pasta dish is so good and so quick to make and can be served hot or cold. Add some tofu for another healthy option.

Submitted by BCJL13

Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 7g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 239.9

This is a powerhouse of a lunch salad for vegetarians and omnivores alike - filled with tons of protein from chickpeas, quinoa and amaranth, tossed with fresh red pepper and cucumber all in a sesame seed and honey-lemon dressing! Makes a large amount - 13oz - so plan accordingly!

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Carbs: 51.1g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 8.5g | Protein: 10.9g | Calories: 330.7
Very Good 4.4/5

Submitted by MSSBETTYBOOP6

Carbs: 4.5g | Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 33.3
Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by MISSAZULOJOS

Carbs: 4g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 88

Submitted by MARGEAN1

Carbs: 39g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 23g | Calories: 326.6
Incredible! 5.0/5

Pick up some of the ingredients at the local salad bar.

Submitted by CHRISTINEDC

Carbs: 30.4g | Fat: 20.4g | Fiber: 5.9g | Protein: 23.2g | Calories: 382.7
Very Good 4.3/5

Combine black beans with fresh vegetables to make a fiber-rich vegetarian friendly salad.

Carbs: 40.4g | Fat: 14.7g | Fiber: 13.1g | Protein: 13.1g | Calories: 332.7

Easy, refreshing side dish salad.

Submitted by HMMILLER007

Carbs: 5.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 22
Very Good 4.3/5

UPDATED: Added the ramen and the almonds. Still a low-fat winner. Note that you don't use the ramen seasoning packet, so the sodium count is incorrect. Thanks for all the awesome reviews!

I'm sure no one in China actually eats anything like this, but we thank them for their culinary contribution of the soy-sesame-ginger-chile combo, which makes anything delicious.

Submitted by FORMFITATX

Carbs: 24.8g | Fat: 4.1g | Fiber: 3.3g | Protein: 11.9g | Calories: 171
Very Good 4.4/5

Great quick salad for a picnic or quick and easy dinner

Submitted by EHAIGHT

Carbs: 22.7g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 27.5g | Calories: 252.3
Very Good 4.9/5

Submitted by FUELEDBYCOFFEE

Carbs: 55.6g | Fat: 22.8g | Fiber: 6.2g | Protein: 17.9g | Calories: 473.4
Very Good 4.0/5

A refreshing and pleasing salad

Submitted by JENBARRERA

Carbs: 17.4g | Fat: 4.4g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 4.7g | Calories: 129.4
Very Good 4.3/5

A high-protein, filling salad. Delicious and nutritious!

This recipe does not need to be very precise....substitute your favorite veggies and dressing.

Submitted by SAVANNA263

Carbs: 10.2g | Fat: 17.7g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 12.7g | Calories: 235.4
Incredible! 5.0/5

Lovely, very flavorful Asian salad, can be served warm or cold.

Submitted by MAMEDARLING

Carbs: 30.3g | Fat: 24.3g | Fiber: 5.1g | Protein: 12.8g | Calories: 371.9
Easy Ginger-Garlic Sauce
Very Good 4.3/5

I love this recipe! It can be used as a sauce for grilled meats, a dressing for salads or steamed vegetables, or as a marinade for tofu or other lean proteins. You will always find it in my refrigerator.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 54.9
Very Good 4.2/5

Served on a bed of nutrient-rich spinach, this chicken is a tasty lunch or dinner!

Carbs: 10.1g | Fat: 2.3g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 13.3g | Calories: 108.2

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 3.5g | Calories: 130.2
Stepf's Mango-Avocado Salad with Lime-Cilantro Dressing
Very Good 4.0/5

This salad combines most of my favorite foods: avocado, almonds, beets, mango, onions, and carrots. Topped with a lime-cilantro dressing, it's irresistible!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 43.6g | Fat: 23.4g | Fiber: 11.7g | Protein: 20.7g | Calories: 383.8
Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Very Good 4.2/5

Use this on falafel or a salad. Add fresh or dried herbs and it becomes goddess dressing. The toasted sesame oil imparts a stronger sesame flavor to the dressing.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 6.5g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 1.9g | Calories: 74.6
Tangy, Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good 3.7/5

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 4.2g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 55.5
Very Good 4.3/5

This "pasta" dish is so light and yet rich--you'll never guess the "cream" is made from sunflower seeds. The white beans add buttery flavor and protein. Make this when the garden overflows with tomatoes, basil and zucchini.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 34.6g | Fat: 5.1g | Fiber: 13.3g | Protein: 12.5g | Calories: 211.4
Easy Turkish Bulgur Salad
Very Good 4.0/5

Full of fiber and fresh herbs, this whole-grain salad is perfect as a side or light lunch.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 29.2g | Fat: 2.2g | Fiber: 7.3g | Protein: 4.8g | Calories: 150.3
Very Good 4.1/5

Delicious, simple and fast snack or side dish

Submitted by PRAIRIEGIRL4

Carbs: 8.1g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 101.7
Very Good 4.4/5

An easy low fat and low carb egg salad with no mayo at all!

Submitted by GLYNN1

Carbs: 2.8g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 20.5g | Calories: 148.2
Simply Dressed® White Bean Salad
Very Good 4.3/5

If you have nine ingredients, including cannellini beans, red bell peppers, romaine lettuce, bacon and Simply Dressed® Ranch Salad Dressing, you can toss together this amazing salad. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor.

Submitted by SIMPLY_DRESSED

Carbs: 14.2g | Fat: 15.3g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 7.6g | Calories: 212
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Incredible! 5.0/5

Wonderful spinach salad!

Submitted by FATKITTY68

Carbs: 7.5g | Fat: 20.5g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 4.4g | Calories: 222.6
Spinach Salad with Provencal Dressing
Incredible! 5.0/5

I learned to make the dressing for this delicious spinach salad while studying in the south of France. For best results, use high-quality coarse mustard and soft gorgonzola.

Submitted by MONROVIN

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 15.7g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 7.1g | Calories: 199.4
Incredible! 5.0/5

A great meal or snack.

Submitted by STARFISHY

Carbs: 34.5g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 5.9g | Calories: 179.4
Incredible! 5.0/5

Submitted by JASSGRAMMA

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 46.1
Incredible! 5.0/5

If you can’t find chicken tenderloins, look for thin cutlets, which work just as well.

Submitted by BREEHARDY

Carbs: 34.3g | Fat: 39.4g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 52.4g | Calories: 674.3

great taste and a great fill-u-upper! with only 75.3 calories per serving... it cant be beat! it's cheap and easy to make... and my kids even liked it!

Submitted by ROBBIESMILKO

Carbs: 7.5g | Fat: 3.4g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 4.3g | Calories: 75.2
Very Good 4.6/5

Cheating, using bottled peanut sauce. Still yummy, though!

Submitted by 4A-HEALTHY-BMI

Carbs: 9.8g | Fat: 5.2g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 17.8g | Calories: 137.8
Spinach-Berry Salad
Very Good 4.5/5

Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.3g | Fat: 15.1g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 2.7g | Calories: 162.2
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