10 Salads That Will Actually Fill You Up

A wise, doughnut-loving man once said, “You don’t make friends with salad”. Clearly, he had never tried these delicious bowls. Not only will they leave you feeling satisfied, but they are sure to make a great addition to any dinner party.

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1: Sweet Potato, Pear & Avocado Salad with Fetta, Pistachios & Balsamic Glaze 

Get ready for a salad that ticks all the boxes. With sweet, crunchy, leafy and creamy elements, every bite is a new delight. Finish the whole thing with a drizzle of syrupy balsamic glaze and you’ll never look at salad the same way again.

2: Cuban Confetti Summer Salad with Zesty Lime & Fetta 

This warm summer salad infused with the vibrancy of Cuba is sure to have tummies rumbling. We’ve taken all that is edible about Cuba and presented it to you on a platter —in an explosion of confetti-like colour and flavour sure to thrill. Buen provecho!

3: Plant-Based Crumbed Chick’n Salad with Garlic Croutons & Pickled Cucumber

Salads are the quickest and easiest meals to whip up when you are short on time or if you are just craving something light and fresh. This one is made that much better by the little things: the garlicky spiced croutons, the plant-based aioli and Dijon mustard. Oh, and it is completely plant-based.

4: Sweet Potato & Candied Pecan Salad with Avocado & Marinated Goat Cheese

A feast for the eyes as well as the stomach, this salad is a true celebration of the sweet nuttiness that can be found in a savoury dish. Between creamy sweet potato and avocado, marinated goat cheese and crunchy candied pecans, you won’t be able to decide what to eat first.

5: Spiced Cauliflower & Goat Cheese Salad with Sweet Potato & Pearl Couscous

The key to making a killer salad? Having a mixture of flavours and textures to keep your tastebuds happy, and enough hearty ingredients to leave your belly feeling satisfied. This one ticks all those boxes and then some.

6: Italian Chicken Salad & Bacon Croutons with Creamy Pesto Dressing

How to improve golden, fragrant croutons? Just add bacon, of course. Sprinkle them over a hearty salad of succulent chicken, crisp greens and a creamy pesto dressing to make a fresh-tasting feast that’ll be loved by all.

7: Greek-Style Haloumi & Fetta Salad with Olives, Sweet Potato Couscous & Creamy Pesto

With favourite ingredients from the sun-soaked Mediterranean region, this bowl is supercharged with flavour and texture – from the squeaky haloumi and creamy fetta to the perfectly salty green olives, the crunchy cucumber, and the al dente pearl couscous. Bring it all together with some peppery parsley and a good drizzle of our bright pesto dressing.

8: Haloumi & Chermoula Roast Veggie Salad with Garlic Aioli & Almonds

A little salty with a touch of tang, we’re big haloumi fans, especially when it’s teamed with Moroccan-spiced roast veggies. Take those roasties and toss them with a mix of mild and peppery salad leaves to create a stellar salad.

9: Garlicky Salmon & Warm Risoni Salad with Creamy Pesto Dressing

A warm bowl of creamy risoni is just what the doctor ordered! Pack on garlicky salmon and some extra colourful veggies to have a homey and hearty meal in an all-in-one bowl. With a drizzle of creamy pesto dressing, flavour is truly in high demand here!

10: Roast Pumpkin & Goats Cheese Salad with Creamy Pesto & Garlic-Herb Croutons

The best salads are a combination of flavours, textures and colours —and with golden roasted pumpkin, herby croutons, earthy beetroot and creamy goat cheese, this salad ticks all the boxes.