Salads & Bowls
If the word “salad” brings the word “boring” to your mind next, I’m gonna go ahead and change that for you right here and now. Below you will find salads and bowls alike that are filled with simple ingredients but loads of flavor. Trust me.
green goddess dressing
Looking for a go-to, healthy dressing that is packed with herbaceous flavor and is able to be put on anything?! Yes, I mean anything… chicken, salmon, salads, veggies, meats… it compliments them all! Just gather up a large handful of assorted herbs and you’re already halfway there.
broccolini, asparagus & crispy capers salad (Copy)
This salad gives a little bit of everything in the healthiest way: the fresh crunch of green vegetables, a salty punch from olives & capers and a creamy, tangy & slightly sweet dressing to bring it all together. You can add or remove ingredients to your liking, a really nice soft cheese like goat cheese or blue would be a great creamy addition! Also, crispy bacon or pancetta would be LIGHTS OUT!
fresh roll bowl with jumbo shrimp
This bowl is exploding with fresh, vibrant veggies over a bed of rice noodles and drizzled with the best Asian Dressing everrrr. It’s kind of like a fresh spring roll unwrapped into a bowl. There is minimal cooking for this dish also… win win!
asian dipping sauce or dressing
Get ready for you new go to Asian dipping sauce that you will want to always have on hand! It hits all the right notes from savory, sweet, salty & spicy (the spice level can be adjusted to your liking) AND It takes close to no time to put together. This is the perfect dressing for bowls, salads, pour over veggies, as a dipping sauce and anything else you can imagine.
the nest tuna pasta salad
There are many versions of Tuna Pasta Salad out there but mine is loaded with a ton of fresh veggies + hard boiled eggs+ sweet pickles + fresh dill & lemon zest! It is the perfect dish to bring to any summer (or spring, fall, or winter) gathering, barbecue, potluck, etc.
curry chicken salad
This is comes together SO fast and is perfect on it’s own, loaded into a lettuce cup, piled high on a cracker or layered between two slices of bread topped with some fresh bacon, tomato & lettuce as a sandwich (if you choose the sandwich route add some good honey mustard, my personal fave!). This recipe uses mainly household staple items, I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
autumn pasta salad
I wanted a salad that tasted like the crisp season that is falling upon us. The citrus notes of the mandarin oranges and lemon juice, the tart bite of the Granny Smith apple, the sweetness from the dried cherries and the salty note from the feta cheese are a medley that you want to try.
crispy brussel sprout salad with maple dressing
This is it. The salad that will leave you wanting it over and over and over and over… you get the picture.
goat cheese, roasted beet & basil pasta salad
I don’t know about you, but I am ALWAYS on the hunt for a delicious, fresh pasta salad and this one did not disappoint. Chocked full of fresh summer veggies such as roasted beets, corn, zucchini, summer squash and spinach and then tossed in a simple to make basil vinaigrette, this salad is the perfect go to for your next picnic, gathering, family brunch or a meal prepped lunch!
cabbage ramen noodle salad
I have ALWAYS loved ramen noodle anything… sorry, can’t help it. So to make this version a little more on the healthy(er) side, I add a ton of veggies and sliced almonds & edamame for some protein gains. Tossed in a delicious, light sweet & salty vinaigrette makes this salad is perfect for any party, picnic, or lunch meal prep!
tomato coconut cauliflower curry
This plant-based dish has it all: creaminess from the coconut milk, sweetness from the potatoes, crunch from the cauliflower and an aroma of curry from the spices. Give this one a try!
sweet potato chickpea buddha bowl
This bowl is filled with all the right colors, textures and flavors. But the real star here, on top of all the veggies, is the Tahini dressing. I could put it on eeerryyythang! You’ll want to make an extra batch just for fun.
thai papaya salad with mango, jalapeño & crushed peanuts
Are you ready for the salad that will leave you dreaming about it? This Thai inspired dish is so refreshing and is unlike any other medley that you have tasted before. The papaya has a bright, juicy flavor and when paired with Thai red chili peppers & jalapeño it is given an essence of heat but is cooled with the sweetness of mango and citrus of fresh squeezed lime. A sprinkle of palm sugar and crushed peanuts brings this dish all the way home. I promise you will want to make this one again and again.
pesto quinoa salad bowls
A medley of all things healthy, fresh, herby, lemony, crisp, and savory. Eat it warm with the freshly cooked quinoa and roasted veggies or meal prep for your week and have a cold bowl ready to go!
mediterranean quinoa bowl with roasted red pepper sauce
Looking for a healthy, gluten free lunch option that will tide you over and satisfy the taste buds? Look no further, it has arrived. I love this mix of flavors- savory, salt, fresh and filling. This would also be delicious topped with grilled chicken for more protein or take away the feta to make it dairy free!
watermelon, feta & balsamic
This salad comes together in a snap and is so refreshing that it should be at every summer gathering this summer. My sister-in-law, Kristin, introduced me to this delight and I am so thankful she did! Thanks, sis! A medley of fresh basil, chunked feta, juicy watermelon & a drizzle of balsamic… what are you even waiting for? Go make it now and let me know what you think!
grilled peach & arugula salad with white balsamic dressing
Summer is right around the corner and to me, the complexity of flavors in this salad are the definition of summertime. The tart pickled onions, warm grilled peaches, creamy blue cheese, and juicy pops of blueberries all drizzled under a blanket of a light & sweet vinaigrette… you’re welcome.

