Before I met Isaac, I was on a steady diet of fast food and soda. I hated water almost as much as I hated salads. Fast forward to today and some call me a salad making connoisseur. In this episode, I’m sharing how you can stock your fridge for fresh salads on the fly. You’ll get a healthy salad ingredients list and quick and easy salad ideas.
How to Stock for Fresh Salads
Base:
- Mixed greens, dino kale, spinach, arugula,
Protein:
- Chicken, shrimp, salmon, steak
- Eggs
- Beans, chickpeas, lentils, quinoa
Complimentary Veggies:
- Cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, radishes, carrots
Fresh Fruit:
- Apples, oranges, pears, berries, squeeze of citrus
Healthy Fats:
- Avocado, EVOO, healthy grass-fed dairy, nuts, chia seeds
Toppings:
- Nuts and seeds – almonds, walnuts, cashews, pumpkin seeds, macadamia nuts, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, chia seeds
Extras:
- Dried fruit, raisins, cranberries, goji berries, olives, sun dried tomatoes
Dress it:
- Balsamic vinegar, lemons, salsa, hummus
- Brands we love: Tessamae and Primal Kitchen
Other Tips for easy and quick salads:
- Precook and precut your protein
- Pre-shred/ cut veggies
- Store your pre-made salads in mason jar
- Cut lettuce with scissors
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