5 Hearty Salads That Are Outrageously Delicious

Salads don't always need to be starters or sides. These crave-worthy salads will take center stage at meal time -- and no one will leave the table hungry, I assure you.

1. French Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese



Earthy French green lentils, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy vegetables make a hearty and wholesome salad that will nourish your spirit. GET THE RECIPE

2. Kale & Brussels Sprouts Salad with Walnuts, Parmesan and Lemon-Mustard Dressing



Made with crisp power greens, toasted walnuts, chunks of Parmesan and a lemony Dijon dressing -- this salad tastes like a healthful, crunchy Caesar. Top it with simply grilled salmon, steak or chicken to make it a meal. Bonus: it keeps well and can be made ahead of time. GET THE RECIPE

3. Vietnamese Shredded Chicken Salad



This salad is so satisfying, you can get away with serving it for dinner. It's easy too: you simply shred a rotisserie chicken, chop some veggies, whisk the dressing and dinner is done. GET THE RECIPE

4. Bulgur Salad with Cucumbers, Red Peppers, Chickpeas, Lemon and Dill



Made with bulgur, fresh herbs, chopped vegetables and chickpeas, this nutritious salad is like a bulked-up tabbouleh. Make it over the weekend and keep it in the fridge all week long for healthy lunches. GET THE RECIPE

5. Thai Quinoa Salad with Fresh Herbs and Lime Vinaigrette



This salad is a healthy eater's dream: flavorful, chock-full of protein and veggies, satisfying and low in fat. Make it the main course by adding cooked shrimp, crab or lobster. GET THE RECIPE

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