When you are famished, the last thing you would want to have, to tame your hunger pangs—is a bowl of salad. Correct? However, snacking on the right bowl of salad can instantly energize you. You can have a healthy meal while boosting energy and keeping yourself awake with these nutritious power salads.
Salads are blessed with the goodness of nutritious veggies without loads of calories. However, a bowl of mixed green veggie salad can leave your tummy rumbling soon after you take the last bite. Even though these five vegetarian salads contain less than 400 calories—mind you—they are chock full of lean protein—constituting the desired amount of fiber-rich toppings and heart-healthy fat. Each power salad recipe will promote satiety, and you will not have to surrender to your hunger pangs—and have a cookie or two—an hour later.
This nutritious Mediterranean salad is rich in heart-healthy fat that is supplied by the olives, and contains fiber from all the healthy veggies. A large amount of low-calorie vegetables can ward off hunger and promote satiety, keeping you full for many hours.
Slice, clean and combine all the salad ingredients: 1 head of lettuce, 2 sliced ripe tomatoes, 1 sliced green pepper, 1 sliced cucumber, and some thinly sliced onion.
Mix all the dressing ingredients in a bowl: 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 slice of garlic (minced or chopped), a dash of oregano, pepper and salt, and 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir all the dressing ingredients and add them to the salad ingredients. Toss and savor!
Just a single cup of black beans constitutes half of your regular dosage of hunger-taming fiber, and approximately fifteen grams of protein. But black beans are favored by many dieters for another valuable reason—studies have revealed that adults who consume beans every day weigh less as compared to those who don't.
Mix corn, parsley, onions, black beans, vinegar, lemon juice, oil, garlic, and brown sugar or honey in a big bowl. Leave the salad for 30 minutes, allowing it to marinate at room temperature. Add a dash of pepper and salt. Your back bean salad is ready to be served!
This vegetarian salad recipe is so crisp that it will never leave your tummy rumbling an hour after you put down the fork. You might already know that sweet potatoes are an excellent source of fiber, so this seemingly ordinary salad will provide you with nearly half of your regular intake.
Combine oil, black pepper and salt in a roasting pan. Add sliced bell peppers and sweet potatoes, and toss them in the pan to coat well. Roast and stir the ingredients until the potatoes become tender. Next, stir all the ingredients in vinegar. Place some spinach in a serving bowl, pour the mixture, and toss it well.
This power salad is an ideal meal for those who want an instant energy boost. It is a flavourful and colorful salad, rich in plant-based protein and nutrients. The roasted chickpeas offer a nutty flavor and crunchy texture. You can prepare this salad with fresh veggies like kale, carrots and bell peppers and top with a lip-smacking homemade dressing.
Preheat the oven. Next, toss the chickpeas with cumin, olive oil, salt, chili powder, and pepper. Arrange the tossed ingredients on a baking tray and bake for 40 minutes. When the chickpeas turn golden brown and crispy, they are ready. Slice all the veggies or shred them into thin ribbons. Then, toss the veggies with some basil and green chili sauce. Mix the roasted chickpeas and combine.
It is healthy, tasty and full of texture. The walnuts, grapes, honey, blue cheese and caramelized onions are the main ingredients that serve as the most notable aspect of this recipe. The use of fresh spinach adds a splash of green and freshness.
Melt butter over low heat in a saucepan. Add some sliced onions to the pan and saute for about 30 minutes. Stir the onions until they are golden brown and tender. While the onions are cooking, add two cups of water and bulgur into another pan; boil for 15 minutes—until the moisture gets absorbed. Leave it for 15 minutes to cool. When the onions are ready, add them to the bulgur. Add some grapes and walnuts to the cooled bulgur and top it with fresh spinach and grated blue cheese.
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring. Try these simple recipes at home to boost your energy!
