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    Published: Apr 15, 2016 · Modified: Mar 11, 2022 by Stephanie McKercher, RDN · 16 Comments

    Vegan Salads That'll Actually Fill You Up

    I love a good salad, especially during the spring and summer months, but there's nothing worse than a meal that leaves you feeling unsatisfied.  That's why I pulled together my favorite filling vegan salads with real staying power.

    Each of these salads is an entree all on it's own - you're taste buds and belly will both be happy campers after one of these. The key is to create an entree salad with balance. Along with plenty of non-starchy vegetables, these salads contain foods rich in fiber and plant-based protein.  for satisfaction.

    Some of my favorite hearty salad additions include beans and legumes, avocado, quinoa, sweet potato, and tofu/tempeh.  You'll find plenty of inspiration for using each of them here. Be prepared to fall in love with salads again!

    Chickpea Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Lunchbox Chickpea Salad by Dixya at Food, Pleasure & Health

    Quick + Easy Chickpea Salad by Taylor at Whole Green Wellness

    Basil Balsamic Chickpea and Kale Salad by Alexis at Hummusapien

    Curried Chickpea and Avocado Salad with Pomegranate by Sandra at Sandra Vungi Vegan

    BBQ Chickpea Salad by Sam at It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    BBQ Chickpea Chopped Salad with Avocado Ranch by Kaitlin at The Garden Grazer

    Roasted Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad by Amy at Fragrant Vanilla

    Asian-Inspired Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Spicy Cucumber Salad with Pan-Fried Tofu by Gin at Eat Healthy Eat Happy

    Peanut Thai Salad with Grilled Tofu by Sam at It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Mediterranean-Inspired Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Lentil Fattoush Salad by Kristie at The Mostly Vegan

    Deconstructed Falafel Salad by Sarah at Fried Dandelions

    Greek Power Salad by Kristie at The Mostly Vegan

    Italian Orzo Salad by Sophia at Veggies Don't Bite

    Deconstructed Hummus Salad by Sue at The View From Great Island

    Springtime Polenta Panzanella by Dillon at Oh, Holy Basil

    Southwest-Inspired Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Southwestern Bacon Avocado Salad by Angel at Cheftographer

    Sweet Corn, Jalapeño and Black Beans Salad by Denisa at Blueberry & Basil

    Spicy Black Bean Taco Salads by Cadry at Cadry's Kitchen

    Avocado, Black Bean & Corn Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing by Melissa at Vegan Huggs

    Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Lime Cilantro Dressing by Gin at Eat Healthy Eat Happy

    Grain-Based Salads

    Wheat Berry Salad with Butternut Squash & Warm Cider Vinaigrette by Caroline Kaufman, MS RDN

    Three Bean Quinoa Salad by Serena at Domesticate Me

    Quinoa Black Bean Salad by Lucie at Win Win Food

    Lentil Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Lentil Salad with Spinach and Pomegranate by Sina at Vegan Heaven

    Red Lentil Confetti Salad by Letty at Letty's Kitchen

    Mushroom, Lemon and Lentil Salad by Jennifer at Delicious Everyday

    Green Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Tempeh Green Goddess Salad with Avocado Mint Dressing by Haley at Brewing Happiness

    Springtime Asparagus Salad with Lemon Hemp Dressing by The Grateful Grazer

    Super Duper Raw Power Salad by E.A. at Spicy RD Nutrition

    Vegan Comfort Food Salads

    There's nothing worse than a vegetarian meal that leaves you feeling hungry. These 41 filling vegan salads are sure to satisfy and nourish!

    Dueling Avocado + Sweet Potato Kale Salad by Kathy at Happy, Healthy Life

    Seitan Steak Salad by Sarah at Fried Dandelions

    Health-ified Mushroom Po Boy Salad by Haley at Brewing Happiness

    Modern Macaroni Salad by Rebecca at Strength and Sunshine

    Potato Cauliflower Chickpea Salad with Vegan Sour Cream & Onion Dressing by Richa at Vegan Richa

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    1. Mary says

      May 22, 2017 at 7:19 am

      This is fantastic! I have been looking for something like this for so long. One of these beauties will be on the menu, with leftovers for work tomorrow, if there is anything left. Thanks so much for sharing.

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        May 22, 2017 at 8:31 am

        Thanks so much Mary! I'm so glad you found this roundup helpful!! Let me know what you try! ????

        Reply
    2. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says

      October 23, 2016 at 10:03 pm

      LOL! I love the title of this. Thank you so much for including me!! Sharing now!

      Reply
      • Stephanie McKercher, RDN says

        October 25, 2016 at 2:41 pm

        haha the struggle is real! Thank you, Sophia! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Letty / Letty's Kitchen says

      April 19, 2016 at 4:17 pm

      What a fabulous collection of recipes! Plenty of inspiration here. And Thank You for including my confetti lentil salad!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 20, 2016 at 8:26 am

        Thank you, Letty! Your lentil salad looks delicious, thanks for sharing it! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says

      April 15, 2016 at 10:16 pm

      Thanks so much for including me!! Great collection!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 19, 2016 at 7:52 am

        Thanks for sharing your yummy salad recipe, Sophia! It looks amazing.

        Reply
    5. Melissa says

      April 15, 2016 at 9:12 pm

      Such a delicious roundup of salads! I have so many I want to make! Thank you for including my recipe. 🙂

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 19, 2016 at 7:51 am

        Thanks, Melissa! I know what you mean, these are definitely all on my "to make" list. Thanks for sharing your delicious salad! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Angel says

      April 15, 2016 at 4:22 pm

      What a fantastic collection of yummy, filling salads! Thanks for including my Southwestern Bacon Avocado Salad! 🙂

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 19, 2016 at 7:51 am

        Thank you, Angel! Your Southwestern "Bacon" Salad looks scrumptious - can't wait to try! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Linda @ Veganosity says

      April 15, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      Fantastic roundup! Thanks so much for including our salad. Sharing everywhere. 🙂

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 19, 2016 at 7:50 am

        Love your salad recipe, thanks so much for sharing! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Dianne says

      April 15, 2016 at 1:05 pm

      Thank you so much for including my recipe!

      Reply
      • Steph | The Grateful Grazer says

        April 15, 2016 at 1:33 pm

        Thanks for sharing - the stir fry salad looks amazing! 🙂

        Reply

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