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41 Easy Meal Prep Salads You Can Eat All Week

Ready to meal plan a few salads so you can eat them throughout the days to come? These healthy meal prep salads are great for work, home lunch, and for kids to pack up.

We could all do with eating more veggies. And salads are a great way to do just that.

But salads involve a lot of chopping and dicing. And who has time to do that every.single.day?

That’s where meal prep salads come in handy. Prep once and have your salads ready for a week.

So, I’ve compiled a list of salads that can be meal-prepped. They’re not only healthy but taste great too.

To keep your salads fresh longer, it’s important to store them in airtight food storage containers. I recommend these glass food storage containers because they’ll keep your food fresh longer than plastic ones.

However, if you find glass containers too heavy to lug around, these BPA-free plastic food storage containers are also a good option.

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1. Peanut Crunch Salad In A Jar

Peanut Crunch Salad

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Salads in a jar are all the rage right now. After all, what’s not to love about them?

They’re tasty and easy to prepare. As an extra bonus, you can eat them right out of the jar…no extra dishes needed.

This salad in a jar tastes amazing. The crunchiness of the cabbage goes perfectly with the grittiness of the cooked quinoa.

The edamame beans, carrots, and green onions add lots of color and freshness.

And the peanut butter dressing is the icing on top of the cake, ahem, salad. It is packed with peanut butter goodness.

Besides being tasty, this salad is good for you too. It’s packed with plant-based protein.

You’ll also be glad to know that just one serving provides a whopping 40% of your daily fiber needs too.

To make it, you’ll need some Mason jars. So, make sure you have those handy. If you don’t have any, here are some of my favorite mason jars.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 414
  • Fats: 21g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Carbs: 41g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Sugar: 11g

Recipe

2. Middle Eastern Breakfast Salad Bowls

Breakfast Salad Bowls

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Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. And for good reason… Having a good breakfast sets you up for the day.

But mornings can be so hectic. So, we often rush through breakfast or even skip it entirely.

These breakfast salad bowls are a great way to start your day. They’re packed with Mediterranean flavors.

From the spices to the herbs. To the fresh veggies, grains, hummus, and tzatziki sauce…it’s a party in your mouth.

The quinoa and poached eggs provide a good source of vegetarian protein.

Now, poaching eggs can be a pain. So, to make it a breeze, you can simply use an egg maker like this.

Check out more breakfast meal prep ideas here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 280
  • Fats: 12g
  • Protein: 10.1g
  • Carbs: 32.3g
  • Fiber: 4.6g
  • Sugar: 0g

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3. Greek Mason Jar Salads

Greek Mason Jar

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Can’t get enough Mediterranean eats? Give these Greek Mason Jar Salads a try!

They’re packed with yummy ingredients. Like salty kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, sweet red onions, crunchy cucumbers, and juicy grapes tomatoes.

The garbanzo beans and shredded chicken make them extra filling.

These salad jars don’t skimp on fiber either. Just one serving provides a quarter of your daily fiber needs.

Now, you will need some shredded chicken to make these salads. If you don’t have any cooked chicken on hand, just hop over to your local grocery store and buy a rotisserie chicken.

Then shred your chicken using a fork. Or, to make it quicker, you can use a good pair of meat shredder claws like this.

Check out more chicken meal prep recipes here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 396g
  • Fats: 29g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Carbs: 17g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 3g

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4. Mediterranean Bean Salad

Mediterranean Bean Bowl

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Okay, time for some more Mediterranean eats. After all, you can’t have too much, right?

This bean salad looks and tastes amazing. It’s packed with three types of beans, so you’re getting tons of protein and fiber too.

The sweetness of the cherry tomatoes and red onions is balanced by the saltiness of the kalamata olives. And the English cucumber makes it nice and refreshing.

While the brightness of the salad is complemented by the creaminess of the feta cheese. You’ll definitely want more.

And at only 308 calories per serving, you sure can.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 308
  • Fats: 15g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Carbs: 35g
  • Fiber: 11g
  • Sugar: 5g

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5. BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad

Chopped BBQ Chicken

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Salads are good and all. But more often than not, salads involve lots of chopping.

And with all that chopping, requires patience. Not to mention, watching your fingers.

This BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad doesn’t require a whole lot of chopping. That’s because you’re using a bagged salad for part of the veggies.

So, it takes a lot of the work out of making the salad. And it’s pretty tasty too.

That’s because you are using a variety of tasty ingredients. Like shredded rotisserie chicken, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy cheddar cheese.

Now, you will still need to cut up some veggies. But not a whole lot- just cherry tomatoes, half a bell pepper, and an avocado.

To make cutting your avocado easier, and to save your fingers, you can simply use an avocado slicer like this.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 477
  • Fats: 17g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Carbs: 37g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 8.5g

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6. Meal Prep Low Carb Big Mac Salad Jars

Low Carb Big Mac Jars

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Love Big Macs but need to ditch the carbs? Then these salad jars are a perfect option.

They have all the flavors of a Big Mac but with way fewer carbs. So, they’re healthier for you too.

You’ve got nicely browned ground beef, juicy plum tomatoes, crunchy dill pickles, crispy lettuce, and of course, some cheddar cheese. And what’s a Big Mac without the Big Mac sauce?

The sauce is creamy, sweet, and savory. And all you need to make it are 3 ingredients: mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish.

But to keep it even simpler, you can simply use this premade sauce here. It tastes very similar to Big Mac sauce.

Now, these salad jars do contain ground beef, which has a large carbon footprint. So, you may want to make them less often.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 426
  • Fats: 28g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Carbs: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 9g

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7. Easy Cobb Salad Meal Prep

Cobb Salad Meal Prep

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I love a good salad. But let’s be honest: many salads can taste like you’re eating grass.

This Cobb Salad tastes like anything but grass. That’s because it contains succulent chicken breast, eggs, and crispy bacon.

And let’s not forget the veggies. You’ve got crispy romaine lettuce, creamy avocado, and juicy tomatoes. Eating healthy doesn’t get much tastier than this.

Besides being yummy, this salad is also low in carbs. One serving contains only 3.7 grams of net carbs.

And it’s packed with fat too. So, it’s a great salad to eat if you’re following a keto diet.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 394
  • Fats: 27.1g
  • Protein: 29.6g
  • Carbs: 8.3g
  • Fiber: 4.6g
  • Sugar: 2.2g

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8. Chickpea Salad With Cucumbers & Tomatoes

Chickpea Salad With Cucumbers

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Salads have a reputation for being expensive. But they don’t have to be.

So, if you’re looking for a salad that is budget-friendly, give this salad a try.

This salad is packed with flavor, and it’s pretty affordable. That’s because you’re using chickpeas.

Chickpeas are a cheap source of plant-based protein. Just one cup of cooked chickpeas provides almost a third of your daily protein needs.

It’s also rich in magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese, which you need for healthy bones. So, eat up those chickpeas.

To save even more money, it’s best to buy dried chickpeas instead of canned chickpeas. Then, to save time cooking them, simply use an Instant Pot.

If you don’t have one yet, here is an Instant pot I use.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 790
  • Fats: 35g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Carbs: 97g
  • Fiber: 20g
  • Sugar: 23g

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9. Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad Meal Prep

Southwestern Chopped Chicken

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Do you love chicken breasts? Then you’ll love this salad.

It’s packed with tender, juicy chicken breasts. And they’re packed with flavor.

That’s because you’re using a ton of spices- 6 to be exact. So, get out those measuring spoons. I like these ones here because they don’t rust or get stained.

The cherry tomatoes, red onions, black beans, corn, and red bell peppers add lots of sweetness and southwestern Flava. And the black beans make this salad extra hearty.

Meanwhile, the creaminess of the ranch dressing balances the crispness of the tortilla strips perfectly.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 463
  • Fats: 19g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Carbs: 41g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 7g

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10. Moroccan Quinoa Salad With Crispy Chickpeas

Moroccan Quinoa With Crispy Chickpeas

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Looking for a salad that will leave your co-workers drooling? Try this Moroccan Quinoa Salad.

It’s full of a variety of flavors and textures. From the crispy chickpeas filled with Moroccan spices to the fluffy quinoa.

Also, from the sweet and crunchy carrots to the creamy feta cheese. From the sweet dates to the fresh mint… Your taste buds will love every single bite.

And since one batch makes 8 servings, you can even bring some for your co-workers. After all, sharing is caring!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 488
  • Fats: 24g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Carbs: 58g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 3g

Recipe

11. Thai Chopped Chicken Salad

Thai Chopped Chicken

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Craving Thai takeout? Have this instead.

On the menu is a chopped salad made with purple and green cabbage, carrots, red bell peppers, shredded chicken, and cucumber.

The fresh cilantro and green onions add a nice Thai spin. And the peanut dressing is amazing.

It’s creamy, peanuty and has a nice balance of sweet and salty… You’ll want to use it on all your salads.

Besides being yummy, this salad is really nutritious It’s packed with Vitamins A and C, so it’s good for your immune system.

It’s also full of protein. So, it’s pretty filling too. Bon appetit!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 404
  • Fats: 16.9g
  • Protein: 41g
  • Carbs: 23.9g
  • Fiber: 5.4g
  • Sugar: 11.6g

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12. Quinoa Sweet Potato Salad

Quinoa Sweet Potato

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Fall is the perfect time for sitting by the fire. And sipping a nice warm cup of tea or coffee.

But just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t have salad. Like this one here.

It’s packed with harvest flavors. Like roasted sweet potatoes, beautifully caramelized onions, crispy chickpeas, toasted maple walnuts, and fresh rosemary.

What I love about it is that it’s a sheet pan meal. So, you don’t have to wash a ton of pots and pans after making it.

Just add some baby kale, cooked quinoa, and your favorite salad dressing. And you’re good to go.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 424
  • Fats: 27.6g
  • Protein: 10.6g
  • Carbs: 38.7g
  • Fiber: 8.7g
  • Sugar: 9.9g

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13. Caprese Chicken Salad Meal Prep Bowls

Caprese Chicken With Quinoa

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Love the flavors of Italy? These salad meal prep bowls are for you.

They’re yummy and hearty. That’s because they’re packed with juicy baked chicken, sweet cherry tomatoes, baby bocconcini, quinoa, and fresh basil leaves.

And the balsamic vinaigrette pairs well with the salad. The balsamic vinegar and maple syrup add some sweetness, while the Dijon mustard adds some heat.

These salads have tons of protein from the chicken and quinoa. Besides being a good source of plant-based protein, quinoa is also pretty nutritious.

It’s rich in manganese, magnesium, and phosphorus, which you need for healthy bones. And it’s a good source of energy which you need to keep your energy levels up.

It’s also gluten-free, so it’s a great grain if you have allergies or sensitivities to gluten. If you love quinoa, you might like this Mexican bean quinoa meal prep!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 464
  • Fats: 23g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Carbs: 31g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 8g

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14. Healthy Egg Salad Bowls

Healthy Egg Salad

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When you think of egg salad, do you automatically think of sandwiches? Me too!

But all that bread is loaded with carbs. And having too many carbs for say, lunch, can leave you feeling sleepy.

So, if you want all the taste of egg salad (minus the snooze fest), give these egg salad bowls a try.

The egg salad has a nice creaminess from the Greek yogurt, and some crunch from the celery.

The lemon zest adds tang, while the Dijon mustard adds some heat… I bet you weren’t expecting that.

And instead of bread, you have a nice medley of veggies. Veggies like cherry tomatoes, red onions, and avocados. Yum!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 469
  • Fats: 31g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Carbs: 23g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Sugar: 9.5g

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15. Dynamite Shrimp Sushi Jars

Shrimp Sushi Jars

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Now, time for some seafood. Yes, you read that right … Who says you can’t have seafood in a salad?

These sushi jars have all the flavors of sushi, without all the work.

You have sticky rice, succulent shrimp, crunchy red cabbage, matchstick carrots, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber. You even have seaweed salad and nori.

What more could you want?

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 335
  • Fats: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 37g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 10g

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16. Easy Detox Salad In A Jar

Detox Salad Jar

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I love meat, as I’m sure many of you do too. But once in a while, it’s a good idea to detox by just eating plants.

This easy detox salad doesn’t have an ounce of meat. All it contains are veggies, legumes, nuts, and seeds with tons of health benefits.

Like cucumbers, onions, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, spinach, and chickpeas. It’s a powerhouse of nutrition.

And for crunch and extra protein, you add some almonds and pumpkin seeds.

The homemade salad dressing is equally as nutritious. You have your heart-healthy fats from the olive oil, Vitamin C from the lemon, and antioxidants from the garlic.

What’s more, this salad takes only 10 minutes to make. So, it’s great for those times when you’re short on time.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 430
  • Fats: 25g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbs: 44g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar:

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17. Thai Chickpea Mason Jar Salad

Thai Chickpea Mason Jar

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Want some more vegan eats? Give this Thai Chickpea Mason Jar Salad a try.

The roasted peanuts, carrots, and cabbage add a nice crunch. Meanwhile, the chickpeas and quinoa make it extra filling.

The zucchini adds lots of freshness. While the peanut dressing adds sweetness, tanginess, umami, and some heat.

To add texture, you’ll be spiralizing your zucchini and carrots, so make sure you have a good spiralizer. If you don’t have one, you can get a pretty good one here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 448
  • Fats: 55g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Carbs: 55g
  • Fiber: 11g
  • Sugar: 10g

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18. Buffalo Chickpea Jar Salad

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Do you love all things spicy? Then, you’ll love this Buffalo Chickpea Jar Salad.

The chickpeas are coated in a spicy sauce. While the quinoa, carrots, radishes, and celery are mixed with a creamy homemade Yogurt blue cheese dressing that mellows out the heat.

Never made Yogurt blue cheese dressing before? It’s pretty easy.

Just mix together some Greek yogurt, crumbled blue cheese, rice wine vinegar, unsweetened almond milk, and some spices.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 343
  • Fats: 12g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Carbs: 41g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Sugar: 9g

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19. Tuna Salad Meal Prep

Tuna Salad Meal Prep

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Are you looking for a spin on your classic tuna salad? This is a great option.

This tuna salad is made with non-fat Greek yogurt. So, it has less fat and is packed with protein.

The celery and red onions add a nice crunch. While the Dijon mustard adds some heat, and the lemon juice adds some tang- this ain’t your momma’s tuna salad.

To accompany your tuna salad, you add some apples, raw almonds, lettuce leaves, and boiled eggs. With a salad like this, you definitely won’t be hitting the vending machine at work.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 227
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Carbs: 16g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 10g

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20. Salmon Avocado Salad

Salmon and Avocado Salad

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After a workout, the last thing you want to do is cook. This salmon avocado salad is for times like those.

It contains tender, flaky salmon, creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and sweet red onions on a bed of lettuce. All topped with a homemade lemon vinaigrette.

Besides being tasty, it’s pretty nutritious too. It’s packed with protein, so it makes for a great post-workout meal.

It’s also packed with omega-3s that are good for your heart and your brain. So, eat up that salad!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 732
  • Fats: 56g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Carbs: 21g
  • Fiber: 11g
  • Sugar: 8g

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21. Thai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars

Thai Chicken Soba Noodles

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Need some more post-workout, macro-friendly meal prep salad ideas? These salad jars are a great option.

All I can say about them are Yum! You’ve got chicken accompanied with delicious Thai-inspired ingredients like soba noodles, green onions, and roasted salted peanuts.

The broccoli slaw adds some crunch, while the red peppers add some sweetness. And the satay sauce is A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.

It’s creamy and has a nice balance of sweetness and umami. The dried ginger adds some heat.

Besides being tasty, these salad jars are packed with protein.

So, they’re awesome for a post-workout meal. With a dish like this, you may want to work out more often.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 453
  • Fats: 31g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Carbs: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 4g

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22. Mediterranean Carrot Salad

Mediterranean Carrot Salad

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Are you looking for a healthy way to indulge your sweet tooth? This Mediterranean Carrot Salad is the perfect solution.

The spiralized carrots and juicy raisins add lots of sweetness. This is offset by the salty feta cheese.

And the chickpeas make this Salad pretty filling. The tahini dressing really ties everything together.

You’re making the dressing with Tahini, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and honey. So it adds creaminess, tang, and even more sweetness. Yay!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 377
  • Fats: 13g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Carbs: 54g
  • Fiber: 11g
  • Sugar: 21g

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23. Curried Chicken Salad

Curried Chicken Salad

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Is your Chicken Salad getting kind of well – boring? Spice things up with this Curried Chicken Salad.

It’s full of yummy flavors and textures. You’re getting sweetness from the honey and tanginess from the cranberries.

You’re also getting creaminess from the Greek yogurt and crunchiness from the pistachio. Meanwhile, the green onions and celery freshen things up.

And the chicken breast is spicy, but not spicy hot. You’ll definitely love it.

To make it a meal, ahem meal prep, you’ll be serving crackers, fruit, tomatoes, and lettuce. To prevent things from getting soggy, it’s a good idea to section your food.

These Bento boxes are perfect for adults and kiddos alike.

Love this recipe? Check out these healthy 600 calorie recipes.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 595
  • Fats: 32g
  • Protein: 53g
  • Carbs: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 17g

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24. Blackened Salmon Kale Caesar Salad

Blackened Salmon Kale Caesar Salad

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Looking to add more fish to your plate? You can do just that with this Blackened Salmon Kale Caesar Salad.

It’s mouthwateringly good. The salmon is flaky, tender, and has savory and spicy notes from this blackening seasoning.

And it is nestled on a bed of fresh kale, with Parmesan cheese, croutons, and Caesar dressing on the side.

Besides being high in protein, salmon contains a ton of omega-3s. And it contains antioxidants that fight off inflammation.

It may also boost your metabolism and help you lose belly fat.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 413
  • Fats: 99.5g
  • Protein: 36.6g
  • Carbs: 2.1g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugar: 0.4g

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25. Quinoa Black Bean Salad

Quinoa Black Bean Salad

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Quinoa is a popular superfood right now. And for several good reasons.

Quinoa contains more protein than most grains. And it’s gluten-free.

It’s also rich in antioxidants and bone-building minerals. However, quinoa can be pretty bland on its own.

But there’s nothing bland about this Quinoa Black Bean Salad. That’s because the quinoa soaks up the tangy, spiciness of the salad dressing.

And it’s tossed with black beans and veggies. These veggies include cucumbers, bell peppers, carrots, and green onions.

So you’re getting lots of natural sweetness and freshness too.

Don’t have any quinoa in your pantry? You can pick up some organic quinoa here.

Check out more low calorie meal prep recipes here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 262
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Carbs: 34g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 3g

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26. Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw

Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw

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Looking for a healthier alternative to traditional Coleslaw? Give this Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw a try.

It’s full of creamy avocado, crunchy cabbage, sweet peppers, peanuts, and green onions.

All topped with a savory and sweet tamari and peanut butter dressing. This Coleslaw will tantalize your tastebuds – and do your body good.

That’s because it contains fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants.

Now the protein is on the lower side; however, that’s an easy fix. Simply add some black soybeans, which you can get here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 221
  • Fats: 17.8g
  • Protein: 2.4g
  • Carbs: 16g
  • Fiber: 3.3g
  • Sugar: 6.4g

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27. Kale White Bean Salad with Tuna

Kale White Bean Salad with Tuna

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Looking to change up your Tuna Salad? This Kale White Bean Salad with Tuna is a nice change.

It has your usuals like celery, apples, and of course tuna. But it also has white beans and kale.

These make the Salad fresh yet filling. The one thing that’s missing is the mayo.

It’s replaced by something even better: homemade tahini dressing. What’s it made of?

Tahini, lemon juice, garlic, maple syrup, salt, and olive oil. So you’re getting not only creaminess but sweetness and savory too.

After eating this Tuna Salad, you may never eat regular Tuna Salad again. Just saying.

Running low on Tahini? You can get some organic Tahini here.

Check out more low calorie meal prep ideas here.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 392
  • Fats: 13g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 43g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Sugar: 3g

Recipe

28. Meal Prep Spinach, Beet, and Chicken Power Salads

Meal Prep Spinach, Beet, and Chicken Power Salads

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Chicken breasts are classic diet food. That’s because they’re high in protein yet low in calories.

So if you’re trying to lose weight, you’re probably eating lots of chicken breasts. But after a while, chicken breasts, broccoli, and brown rice get kind of blah.

There’s definitely nothing blah about this Power Salad. First of all, let’s talk about chicken breasts.

Chicken breasts are notorious for being bland. Not these ones – they’re bursting with garlic and herby flavors.

But that’s not all; this Salad is packed with sweet veggies like carrots and beets. This helps offset the bitterness of the baby spinach.

And you’re topping your Salad with toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch. And the crowning glory is the apple cider vinegar dressing.

All I’ll say is make extra – you’ll thank me later. To make the dressing, you’ll need shallots, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.

Mix your shallots and olive oil in a blending jar. Then add the rest of your ingredients.

Puree until smooth using an immersion blender. I recommend this immersion blender here.

It’s pretty powerful, and it comes with a blending jar and whisk.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 377
  • Fats: 27g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbs: 15g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar:

Recipe

29. Chickpea Orzo Salad

Chickpea Orzo Salad

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Some days, work can drag on, and on, and on. And the only thing keeping you going is the promise of a great lunch.

This Chickpea Orzo Salad is something to look forward to. It has so many yummy Mediterranean flavors, from the orzo, chickpeas, kale, bell peppers, red onions, and feta cheese.

You’ll be transported from your boring office to a lovely Greek island. Besides being yummy, this Salad is packed with nutrients.

It contains immune-boosting vitamins such as Vitamins A and C. So, it will hopefully keep the doctor away.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 441
  • Fats: 26g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Carbs: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sugar: 4g

Recipe

30. Taco Salad Meal Prep

Taco Salad Meal Prep

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Feel like going to your favorite Mexican restaurant during your lunch break? With this Taco Salad Meal Prep, you won’t have to.

It’s packed with creamy black beans, crisp lettuce, cheese, sweet corn, crunchy tortilla strips, salty black olives, salsa, and guacamole.

Whoa – That was a tasty mouthful! And to keep it light, you’re adding nicely browned ground turkey.

And since you’re using 8 different spices, the ground turkey is actually pretty yummy.

To brown the ground turkey, you’ll want to use a large skillet. That way, you can cook your ground turkey in one go.

I suggest using a cast-iron skillet like this. It distributes heat well, so your ground turkey gets evenly cooked.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 547
  • Fats: 39g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Carbs: 22g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 7g

Recipe

31. Sardine Salad with Collard Green Wraps

Sardine Salad with Collard Green Wraps

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Getting bored of Tuna Salad? Try these Sardine Salad with Collard Green Wraps instead.

These Wraps are spicy, salty, creamy, and have a bit of heat. And they’re great for eating on the run. Yay!

Besides making a great wrap, collard greens are good for you too. Just 2 cups provide 128% of your daily Vitamin K needs.

And they even provide 16% of your calcium needs. Who would have thought?

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 254
  • Fats: 16.4g
  • Protein: 20.4g
  • Carbs: 6.2g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 0g

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32. Lemon Kale Salad with Garlic and Parmesan

Lemon Kale Salad with Garlic and Parmesan

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Looking for a really light salad? This Lemon Kale Salad with Garlic and Parmesan is an excellent option.

It contains just 175 calories. Leafy kale is tossed with toasted nuts and Parmesan cheese for a yummy bite.

All tossed in a simple garlicky vinaigrette. Yum!

Want to make it more filling? Feel free to add some grilled chicken breasts.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 175
  • Fats: 16g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbs: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g

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33. Pomegranate Kale Salad

Pomegranate Kale Salad

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Here’s another Kale-inspired Salad. After all, you can never have enough kale, right?

This Kale Salad may just become one of your best friends. In just 6 minutes, you’ll have your meals prepped for an entire week.

Yet even though this Salad is easy to make, it’s pretty delicious. You’re getting creamy-saltiness from the feta and sweet-tartness from the pomegranate arils.

This is offset by the bitter kale. And you’re topping your Salad with a pomegranate-honey vinaigrette.

Your tastebuds will definitely perk up with this Salad.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 459
  • Fats: 37g
  • Protein: 8.6g
  • Carbs: 29.8g
  • Fiber: 5.6g
  • Sugar: 19.9g

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34. Beetroot Avocado Feta Salad

Beetroot Avocado Feta Salad

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Looking for another quick salad idea? This Beetroot Avocado Feta Salad is a keeper.

It takes just 15 minutes to make and is super tasty. That’s because you’re pairing beets with feta.

So you have some sweet and salty action going on. The mixed grains and pumpkin seeds add chewiness and a crunchy, nutty texture.

And the baby salad leaves and basil make this Salad nice and fresh.

Besides being tasty, this Salad is quite nutritious. It is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

And it contains a ton of fiber. In fact, it provides more than 1/3 of your daily fiber needs.

So, eat that Salad!

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 419
  • Fats: 27.7g
  • Protein: 9.6g
  • Carbs: 38.6g
  • Fiber: 8.5g
  • Sugar: 21.7g

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35. Crunchy Turkey Salad

Crunchy Turkey Salad

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Want to enjoy Salad – but watching those carbs? Give this Crunch Turkey Salad a try.

It’s colorful and flavorful. And it’s packed with a boatload of veggies.

These include red cabbage, white cabbage, bell peppers, carrots, radishes, and bean sprouts. You’re literally eating the colors of the rainbow – your dietitian would be pretty impressed.

What’s more, this Salad contains just 13 grams of net carbs. Want to lower the carbs even more?

Skip the carrots – this Salad will still taste quite delicious.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 227
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Carbs: 19g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 9g

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36. Vegan Couscous Salad

Vegan Couscous Salad

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Are you looking for a Halloween-themed Couscous Salad? You’ll want to make this Vegan Couscous Salad.

It’s green, and when I say green, I mean green. There’s green from spinach, peas, parsley, and pesto.

But don’t let the green scare you away. This Salad has lots of sweetness and earthiness, as well as Vitamin C to scare those germs away.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 292
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Carbs: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Sugar: 4g

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37. Spicy Indian Red Quinoa Salad

Spicy Indian Red Quinoa Salad

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Looking for another Vegan Salad? This Spicy Indian Red Quinoa Salad wants to say hello.

It’s a power bowl of yumminess full of crispy tofu and veggies. These include red cabbage, red onions, yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, quinoa, and cucumbers.

These make the Salad so refreshing and light. In fact, it contains less than 200 calories.

To get your tofu crisped just right, make sure you use extra firm tofu. Then press your tofu with a tofu presser.

Then season your tofu, adding cornstarch.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 197
  • Fats: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Carbs: 29g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 4g

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38. Salmon Quinoa Salad

Salmon Quinoa Salad

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Looking for a Salad that you can eat for dinner? This Salmon Quinoa Salad is an excellent option.

Crispy pan-fried salmon is paired with fluffy quinoa, sweet potatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, walnuts, and fresh herbs.

You won’t be raiding the fridge after eating this Salad. Not only is it rich in filling protein, but it also contains red chili peppers.

Red chili peppers decrease your appetite, so you end up eating less.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 556
  • Fats: 20g
  • Protein: 43g
  • Carbs: 63g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Sugar: 6g

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39. Vegan Asian Brown Rice Salad

Vegan Asian Brown Rice Salad

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Craving Chinese take-out? Fill up on this Vegan Asian Brown Rice Salad instead.

It’s light, crunch, and packed with yumminess. You’ve got sweet carrots and red bell peppers.

The cabbage adds a pleasant crunch. And the brown rice and edamame fill you up.

The savory and sweet sesame dressing complements this Salad perfectly. Just combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and sesame oil to make it.

Per Serving:

    • Calories: 183
    • Fats: 4g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Carbs: 32g
    • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 5g

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40. Caprese Salad

Caprese Salad

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Are you craving Italian flavors instead? Dive into this Caprese Salad.

It’s a delicious blend of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil. And it’s drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze

Who knew something this simple could taste so good?

This Salad is delicious as it is. But if you like, you can add cooked shrimp or chicken.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 232
  • Fats: 18g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Carbs: 7g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 1g

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41. Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

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Do you enjoy warm salads? This Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad is a great option.

It’s warm and tasty. The sweet potatoes and scallions add a nice sweetness.

And the crunchy pine nuts contrast the fluffy quinoa wonderfully. And the fresh parsley adds depth of flavor.

The tangy, sweet dressing complements the Salad nicely. And it’s straightforward to make.

Mix lemon zest, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and some pure maple syrup.

Per Serving:

  • Calories: 241
  • Fats: 10g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbs: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 4g

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salad meal prep ideas

41 Easy Meal Prep Salads You Can Eat All Week

Yield: 2-4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Need to eat more veggies? Make these Meal Prep Salads and enjoy these delicious recipes that'll keep you fuller.

Ingredients

  • 1. Peanut Crunch Salad In A Jar
  • 2. Middle Eastern Breakfast Salad Bowls
  • 3. Greek Mason Jar Salads
  • 4. Mediterranean Bean Salad
  • 5. BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
  • 6. Meal Prep Low Carb Big Mac Salad Jars
  • 7. Easy Cobb Salad Meal Prep
  • 8. Chickpea Salad With Cucumbers & Tomatoes
  • 9. Southwestern Chopped Chicken Salad Meal Prep
  • 10. Moroccan Quinoa Salad With Crispy Chickpeas
  • 11. Thai Chopped Chicken Salad
  • 12. Quinoa Sweet Potato Salad
  • 13. Caprese Chicken Salad Meal Prep Bowls
  • 14. Healthy Egg Salad Bowls
  • 15. Dynamite Shrimp Sushi Jars
  • 16. Easy Detox Salad In A Jar
  • 17. Thai Chickpea Mason Jar Salad
  • 18. Buffalo Chickpea Jar Salad
  • 19. Tuna Salad Meal Prep
  • 20. Salmon Avocado Salad
  • 21. Thai Chicken Soba Noodle Salad Jars
  • 22. Mediterranean Carrot Salad
  • 23. Curried Chicken Salad
  • 24. Blackened Salmon Kale Caesar Salad
  • 25. Quinoa Black Bean Salad
  • 26. Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw
  • 27. Kale White Bean Salad with Tuna
  • 28. Meal Prep Spinach, Beet, and Chicken Power Salads
  • 29. Chickpea Orzo Salad
  • 30. Taco Salad Meal Prep
  • 31. Sardine Salad with Collard Green Wraps
  • 32. Lemon Kale Salad with Garlic and Parmesan
  • 33. Pomegranate Kale Salad
  • 34. Beetroot Avocado Feta Salad
  • 35. Crunchy Turkey Salad
  • 36. Vegan Couscous Salad
  • 37. Spicy Indian Red Quinoa Salad
  • 38. Salmon Quinoa Salad
  • 39. Vegan Asian Brown Rice Salad
  • 40. Caprese Salad
  • 41. Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad

Instructions

  1. Scroll up to get a bunch of easy, yummy, and delicious meal preps. Don't be afraid to get creative with the ingredients, you might discover a flavor you didn't know you liked.
  2. Get your shopping list going and make sure you've got all the ingredients.
  3. Get cooking and make your next Meal Prep Salads!

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