Salad Loving

In the last few weeks I have not been able to get enough of salads! I used to be one of those that said "I don't like rabbit food" but oh how things have changed since then ha!

I think it is because salads have evolved in recent years instead of that standard iceberg lettuce and slices of grilled chicken... Not really something that would get me running to the kitchen. But now I have discovered different elements that have made me do a U-turn! 

I think the foundation to a good salad is a good source of protein, and an ingredient that you love (mine is avocado) and a great topping like pesto or balsamic vinegar. Then you can build things around that, but always remembering to mix it up. Repetition can be very dull.

So have a look below for my favourite salad creations, and I hope you feel inspired!

"Caesar Twist" - Cos lettuce, Avocado, Chicken, Pancetta, Cottage cheese.

"Colour Pop" - Spinach leaves, Cos Lettuce, Roasted Vegetable (Pepper, carrot, courgette), Halloumi cheese, Olive oil.

"Raw Superfood" - Mixed leaves, Spinach, Shaved Carrot, Avocado, Lentil Sprouts.

"Classic Caesar" - Lettuce, Spinach, Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Shaved Parmesan.

"Light and Speedy" - Cos lettuce, Grated carrot, Tomato, Courgette ribbons, shaved parmesan. 

"Green Goodness" - Lettuce, Spinach, Watercress, Avocado, Chicken, Pesto.

"Butternut Dream" - Mixed leaves, Roasted butternut squash, Yellow and green courgette ribbons, Puy lentils, Cherry tomatoes, Goats cheese and balsamic glaze.