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This perfect salad recipe is filling and will be your go-to when you’re craving a sandwich but don’t want the heaviness of the bread. It’s a quick and healthy lunch that’s satisfying and will leave you full for hours.
I’m a self-proclaimed sandwich lover. I could eat a sandwich for lunch every day. I make a pretty good one too, however, in my quest for a healthier lifestyle, I try to incorporate more leafy greens and reduce my intake of carbohydrates on most days. That’s when I stumbled upon the perfect solution – a salad recipe that nourishes my body and satiates my love for a sandwich.
It wasn’t until I was well into adulthood that I started to enjoy salads. It took me a while to figure out the perfect combination. Experimenting with salad dressing was huge for me because I don’t like most store-bought dressings, so now I always make my own.
It’s crunchy and sweet, creamy, savory, and so satisfying. If you are a turkey and cheese sandwich lover or any sandwich lover, this salad is for you! You can turn this salad into whatever sandwich you’re craving, turkey, ham, roast beef, chicken, vegetarian, etc.
This everyday salad is an excellent way to get a ton of veggies and fruits into one meal. The greens are a great source of vitamin A and calcium and the cabbage is a prebiotic plus it’s sweet and crunchy. The turkey and cheese are a delicious source of protein and the salad is really built around these two stars.
This one-bowl recipe is great for make-ahead lunches too! It’s healthy, filling, and quick to put together! It’s my go-to salad recipe most days. I still eat sandwiches of course! But this is great when I want something a bit lighter.
The Perfect Salad-When You’re Craving A Sandwich But Want Something Lighter
Ingredients
- 1 cup greens, I prefer a combo of arugula and spinach
- 1/2 cup pre-cut cabbage (coleslaw mix)
- 3-4 slices deli turkey, cut into small squares
- 1/2 apple, cut into cubes
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheeses, cubed
- 1 tbsp sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1/4 avocado, cubed
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 2 pepperoncini, finely chopped *optional*
- 1/2 tbsp hemp seeds *optional*
Dressing
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup full fat Greek yogurt
- garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, herb blend all to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil mayo
Instructions
- Place your greens and cabbage in a salad bowl.
- Add turkey, cheese, chopped veggies, and avocado.
- Add your dressing, then top with sunflower seeds.
Dressing
- Mix the cottage cheese, yogurt, and spices together and then add them to the salad. Mix to combine.
