How do you jazz up your salads?
I got some labs done a couple weeks ago and they didn’t turn out great. I’m low on some B vitamins, iron, potassium. They said I could use more protein as well. Doc suggested more fresh vegetables, especially leafy greens, so I’ve been eating a big salad for lunch every day but I’m getting bored. Looking for new dressings to try, different add ins or veg combos that I might not have thought of, easy protein I can add, etc. The only things are I’m not keen on dairy, needs to be low fat, and as little added sugar as possible.
Here’s what I’ve been doing so far: balsamic vinaigrette or light Asian sesame dressings. Spring mix with a little romaine added. Cucumber or zucchini. Carrots. Black beans or garbanzos. Avocado. Bell peppers. Boiled egg or grilled chick’n strips (not a huge fan of these). Sunflower seeds.
Basically just looking for a new flavor or combo to rotate that will keep it interesting while also stocking up on some good vitamins and such. I am on supplements right now but I would prefer to get as much as I can from my food rather than a pill, tho I know that’s not always realistic. Especially with my iron deficiency. I’m open to other lunch suggestions that aren’t salads as well! I eat lunch at work, so preferably something I can make that will last a few days and doesn’t require more than refrigeration or a microwave.