19 Salads Packed with Protein for Unstoppable Energy

Stop settling for boring lunches that leave you hungry by mid-afternoon. These protein-packed salads are your key to unlocking sustained energy and a happier, healthier you.

We rounded up a collection of delicious salads packed with protein. They're delicious, hearty, and perfect for lunches and dinners.

Salmon Salad with Mustard and Honey Sauce

Get your healthy eating resolution on with my salmon salad with mustard honey sauce. It's simple, fresh and packed with vegetable goodness. It is a perfect lunch or dinner option. Get the recipe.

Roasted Bell Pepper and White Bean Salad

Delicious and simple salad of juicy Roasted Bell Peppers, White Beans, a touch of garlic and a sprinkling of blue cheese. Inspired by Bulgarian cuisine, this side dish comes together quickly and easily. Can be served warm or cold. Get the recipe.

Tuna Pasta Salad

This refreshing and satisfying Tuna Pasta Salad is a family-friendly recipe that's perfect for those warm summer days when you want a quick, delicious meal without heating up the kitchen. It’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for lunch or your next potluck. Get the recipe.

Chicken Romaine Salad with Caramelized Cashews

This easy Chicken Romaine Salad with Honey Caramelized Cashews has all attributes of a healthy and delicious lunch. Get the recipe.

Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad 

Smoked Salmon Nicoise Salad is vibrant, festive and so delicious! It's a perfect recipe for dinner or when you have friends over and need to make something quick yet impressive. Get the recipe.

Broccoli and Mushroom Salad

This Broccoli and Mushroom Salad Recipe features some of my favorite ingredients. Shiitake mushrooms, fresh crunchy broccoli, Kalamata olives, and amazing red onion vinaigrette. So healthy, clean, and perfect for a light dinner, a colorful side, or meal prep. Get the recipe.

Grilled Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad

Herb-smothered grilled chicken, fresh veggies and crunchy croutons produce an epic Grilled Chicken Greek Panzanella Salad. It's a feel good summer recipe your family will love! Get the recipe.

Shrimp Louie Salad

It's a refreshing and delicious salad that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The salad features succulent shrimp, crisp lettuce, creamy avocado, and a tangy dressing. This salad is not only tasty but also healthy, as it's loaded with nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and fiber. Get the recipe.

Steak & Noodle Salad with Mint & Peanuts

Hearty steak, tender noodles, crunchy cucumber, radish and peanuts, a shower of bright mint and the punch of fresh chiles. This easy Asian Steak & Noodle Salad with Mint & Peanuts has it all and makes the perfect dinner salad. Get the recipe.

Smoked Salmon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

This smoked salmon salad is a nutritious and delicious lunch option, consisting of pieces of smoked salmon, fresh mixed greens, crumbled feta, juicy tomatoes and cucumber, sweet red onion, boiled eggs, and a savory Dijon mustard dressing. Get the recipe.

Larb Gai (Spicy Thai Minced Chicken Salad)

Tasty, healthy and done in just 15 minutes - that's this pretty authentic Larb Gai. Made with common ingredients and loaded with Thai flavors from fish sauce, lime, chili flakes and fresh mint & cilantro. Get the recipe.

Blackened Tofu Caesar Salad

A hearty, plant-based Caesar salad! Blackened tofu crumbles with a vegan Caesar dressing. If you love Caesar salad, then you’ll want to try this caesar salad version with blackened tofu! Get the recipe.

Thai Chicken Salad

Light, crunchy and packed with Thai flavors, this Thai Chicken Salad is great for make-ahead lunches.  The Thai peanut dressing is lightened up with powdered peanut butter but is still full of flavor. Get the recipe.

Thai Beef Salad

Love a meal that's tasty, fresh, and quick to make? Say hello to Thai Beef Salad! This dish is a perfect mix of juicy beef, crispy veggies, and a spicy, tangy sauce that brings everything to life. It’s like a flavor party in your mouth! Get the recipe.

Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad with Crispy Tofu

Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad! Just like spring rolls with a fraction of the work. If you love vermicelli bowls at Vietnamese restaurants, you’ve gotta try this gluten-free and vegan version. Get the recipe.

Taco Salad

This classic Taco Salad is brimming with vibrant fruit and veggies, seasoned ground beef, savory cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips served with a creamy and zesty Cilantro Lime Dressing. Get the recipe.

Simple Sardine Salad

Enjoy all the benefits of heart-healthy, omega-3 packed wild sardines in this simple sardine salad. With mustard, capers, lemon and lots of fresh crunchy vegetables, you’ll love the flavor and texture of this sardine salad. It’s perfect for enjoying with crackers, on top of salad greens or, in a sandwich! Get the recipe.

Grilled Chicken Salad with Croutons and Goat Cheese

My Grilled Chicken Salad with Tomatoes, Croutons and Goat Cheese requires minimal ingredients and preparation time. It's a light and healthy salad and it is really delicious. Get the recipe.

Italian Sub Pasta Salad

This Italian Sub Pasta Salad is fresh, flavorful and oh so easy to make. It's perfect for potlucks, cookouts, and so much more. Italian Sub Pasta Salad.

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