Vegetable lovers need no convincing when it comes to the power of a great salad. If you happen to be on the fence about eating salad as a main course, these recipes will convince you otherwise. Go on, we dare you to make your Meatless Monday all that more delicious with these awesome salad recipes.
Quinoa Salad with Olives and Feta Cheese
Looking for a vegetarian salad with a protein boost? Give this hearty salad with quinoa a try. Feta and olives give it a nice Mediterranean twist you'll love.
Fennel and Radicchio Salad with Gorgonzola
This colorful salad is made with Treviso radicchio. Named after a picturesque town near Venice, this Italian radicchio lends a pleasant bitterness that balances the richness of gorgonzola.
Have leftover grilled eggplant from your last barbecue? Pair it with Harissa, a hot chili sauce from Tunisia, for a nice salad with a kick.
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Salad
This French salad is a favorite at Easter time but feel free to enjoy it anytime asparagus are in season. Don't like goat cheese? Swap it for your favorite cheese.
Apples, walnuts and Roquefort cheese make this a very hearty salad. For an elegant lunch, accompany this salad with a few slices of freshly baked baguette and a glass of red wine.