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What can I expect? 

This salad is a meal. You’ll enjoy the delightful crisp of fresh cucumber and bell pepper, intermixed with warm bites of salmon. Topped with a healthy, homemade dressing, this salad is full of vitamins, nutrients, fiber, protein, and healthy fat. 

It’s quick to make, loaded with flavor, and guaranteed to keep you full. 

Is This Cucumber Bell Pepper Salad Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients:

• Cucumber
• Bell pepper
• Salmon
• Dressing

Cucumbers, bell peppers, and salmon are natural, nutritious food sources. Each has its own list of health benefits. Combine them together with a few seasonings, and you’ve got a healthy salad. 

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy.

The average salad dressing has upwards of 38g of sugar. 

Combined with a lack of protein and refined carbs included with most salads, and you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Replace the dressing with a homemade, naturally sugar-free alternative, and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide a steady stream of energy that will keep you feeling great until your next meal. 

Enjoy this cucumber bell pepper salad with salmon knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here.

Cucumber Bell Pepper Salad Tips 

1. Swap out the protein

Not a fan of salmon? Replace it with any other protein you like best. Tuna, white fish, or lemon garlic chicken would all make great options. 

2. Include extra mix-ins

Add extra flavor and crunch with additional ingredients like nuts, seeds, sliced avocado, or more vegetables like tomatoes, mushrooms, onion, or zucchini. 

3. Prepare in advance

Prepare the salad and salmon for easy meals throughout the week, and store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge. The salad will stay fresh for one to two days, and the salmon will keep for up to three to four days. 

4. Bulk up your meal 

This salad is filling on its own, but you can never go wrong with a side or two, especially if you’re feeding a crowd! Pair it with low-carb dinner rolls for a complete spread. Then, add a dessert like a peanut butter cottage cheese ice cream or a low-carb cookie skillet to satisfy your sweet tooth! 

5. Save the extra dressing

Instead of throwing out the extra dressing, store it in the fridge to use on another batch of salads or to add flavor to chicken, shrimp, or veggies!

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Cucumber Bell Pepper Salad (salmon)

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Author NEUTRAL EATING

Ingredients

• 1 – English cucumber
• 1 bag – mini bell peppers (2 lb bag)
• 2 6 oz positioned salmon filets  (the fish counter at your grocery store will cut to size)
• 2 tsp olive oil
• ½ tsp salt (¼ tsp per salmon filet)

Dressing:

• 1½ Tbsp everything but the bagel seasoning
• 1 Tbsp Trader Joe's Chili Onion Crunch or chili sauce
• 2 Tbsp sesame oil
• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp fresh minced ginger (or powder)
• .25 tsp garlic powder
• 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

Dressing:

• In a bowl whisk all ingredients together

Salad:

• Brush each salmon filet (both sides) with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt.  Place on parchment paper or aluminum foil and place them in your air fryer.  Cook at 390 degrees for 8-10 minutes. (internal temperature should be 145 and the filet should flake easily with a fork.)
• While the salmon is cooking. Slice peppers and cucumbers and place in medium sized bowl.
• Add dressing, seasoning, and chili onion crunch and mix well.
• Enjoy!

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What can I expect?

Flavorful salads don’t have to be full of unhealthy fats, sugars, or processed carbs. We combine just a handful of natural ingredients for a vibrant taste that’s even better than any pre-made packaged mix from the store. You won’t find any hidden sugars in the dressing, either! Instead, olive oil coats the greens for a rich flavor and healthy fats that keep you full. 

Simply toss the ingredients together, and you’ve got a nutritious and delicious recipe in a matter of minutes! 

Is This Lemon Parmesan Salad Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients:

• Romaine hearts
• Olive oil 
• Lemons
• Parmesan cheese

Romaine hearts, olive oil, and lemons are natural, nutritious food sources. Each has its own list of health benefits. Include them in a variety of recipes for added flavor, texture, and nutrients. 

But what about Parmesan?  Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy contains vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and try to eat less. 

Enjoy this lemon Parmesan salad, knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about the Neutral Eating Food Philosophy here.

Lemon Parmesan Salad Tips 

1. Add protein

Make this lemon Parmesan salad a complete meal by topping it off with your favorite protein like pesto chicken, turkey, ham, or hardboiled eggs. 

2. Include even more nutrients  

We kept this salad incredibly simple with just a handful of ingredients, but you can easily mix and match different items to add extra nutrients and make it even more filling. For example, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, and cucumbers would all taste great! 

3. Add toppings

Looking for a little more texture? Include toppings like sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, avocado, or croutons. 

4. Make it vegan 

Feel free to swap out the Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast or a vegan Parmesan alternative to make this salad completely plant-based. 

5. Have leftover Parmesan? 

Store it in your fridge for more salads later. Or, use it to make low-carb macaroni and cheese or avocado pesto and knock out meal prep for the week. 

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Lemon Parmesan Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Assembly Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

• 3 – romaine hearts lettuce
• ¼ cup – olive oil
• 2 – lemons zested and juiced
• 1 cup – finely grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

• Wash lettuce and pat dry with a paper towel.
• Add lettuce and zest in a medium-sized bowl.
• Season with salt pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil.  Toss to combine.
• Add parmesan cheese and toss to coat the lettuce with the cheese.

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What can I expect? 

Think side salads have to be boring, bland, and soggy? Think again! This spiraled cucumber salad gives a new meaning to a classic side dish with vibrant colors, lots of satisfying crunches, and an explosion of sweet, spicy, and refreshing flavors in every bite. 

Unlike most pre-made or store-bought Asian-inspired salads, you won’t find loads of sugar, preservatives, or chemicals in this recipe. Instead, we use natural, whole-food ingredients to create a satisfying texture and flavor. Seasoned with warm spices, a touch of honey, and a natural sugar substitute, this is one healthy salad recipe you can feel good about. 

Full of fiber, nutrients, and healthy fats, it’s sure to leave you feeling energized and ready to take on the rest of your day! 

Spiraled Cucumber Salad Tips

1. Prepare in advance

Unlike many other salad recipes, this spiraled cucumber salad actually tastes better if made in advance! Making it a few hours or up to a day ahead of time allows the cucumbers plenty of time to soak up the moisture from the dressing, making them extra flavorful. 

2. Add protein

Transform this spiraled cucumber salad from a filling side dish into a main course by adding lean protein like grilled chicken, shrimp, steak, tuna, or your favorite meat alternative to keep it vegetarian-friendly. 

3. Add a side

Whether you’re serving this salad as a side dish or a main course, you can never go wrong with an additional side like our low-carb dinner rolls to make your dining experience even more satisfying. 

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Spiraled Cucumber Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 3 – mini cucumbers spiraled or sliced
• ½ cup – mini bell peppers chopped
• ¼ cup – rice vinegar
• 1 tsp – Granular Sugar Replacement (Lakanto)
• 1 tsp – honey
• ½ tsp – sesame oil
• ¼ tsp – red chili pepper flakes
• pinch of salt or to taste
• pinch of Chinese 5 spice (⅛ tsp)
• ¼ tsp – liquid aminos
• 1-2 Tbsps – crushed peanuts
• dash of toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

• Prep the veggies in one bowl.
• *To spiral the cucumber: Place cucumber between 2 chopsticks. Cut the cucumber width wise in small slices all the way down to the chopsticks. Flip the cucumber over and slice it in a diagonal all the way down to the chopsticks.
• Mix all remaining ingredients from vinegar to aminos in a bowl – then add to veggies and top with peanuts and sesame seeds.

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2 – Salad Jars (lemon dijon dressing)

3 – Cucumber Mini Bell Pepper Salad (salmon)

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What can I expect? 

Say goodbye to soggy salads for good! Unlike the premade store-bought varieties that become wilted and sad, this salad jar recipe layers ingredient so they stay vibrant and fresh for days. Then, all you have to do is give your jar a shake, and enjoy! 

In addition, you won’t find any strange ingredients or preservatives here. Instead, we use fresh, natural foods for tons of flavor and a boost of nutrients that will leave you feeling full and energized. 

Mix and match your favorite seasonal ingredients to make the recipe your own, and enjoy a healthy meal that will leave you feeling satisfied. One bite and you’ll never go back to overpriced, unhealthy takeout salads again! 

Are Salad Jars Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Olive oil 
• Zucchinis
• Cherry tomatoes
• Bell peppers
• Nuts and seeds
• Feta crumbles

Olive oil, zucchini, tomatoes, bell pepper, nuts, and seeds are all-natural, nutritious food sources. Each has its own health benefits and can be used to add nutrients and flavor to a variety of recipes. 

But what about feta?  Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and try to eat less. 

Enjoy this salad jar with lemon dijon dressing, knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about the Neutral Eating Food Philosophy here.

Salad Jar Tips 

1. Add protein 

This salad jar recipe is a healthy, satisfying meal on its own. However, if you want to bulk it up even more, feel free to incorporate extra protein! For instance, hardboiled eggs, pesto chicken, salmon, turkey crumbles, or tuna all taste great. 

2. Make it dairy-free

For a dairy-free salad jar, simply swap out the feta for your favorite dairy-free cheese. Or, replace it with extra nuts and seeds, nutritional yeast, or avocado for extra fiber and nutrients. 

3. Layering technique 

When it comes to making the perfect salad jar, using the proper layering technique is crucial. Otherwise, your ingredients could become soggy! Start by adding all liquids first. Then, include harder, more durable vegetables followed by softer, more water-heavy ones such as cucumbers or tomatoes. Finally, finish with the softest, most delicate items like cheese, nuts, and seeds. 

4. Include a side 

Turn this salad jar into a healthy restaurant-worthy meal with the addition of a side such as a low-carb sandwich, a warm bowl of soup, or low-carb dinner rolls. 

5. Meal Prep 

This salad jar recipe makes four servings, meaning it’s great for feeding the whole family. However, it also makes for excellent meal prep! Simply follow the layering technique above, prepare as many jars as you’ll need for the week, and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. You’ll have tasty, nutritious meals you can grab and take on the go!

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Salad Jar (Lemon Dijon Dressing)

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 4 (32 oz.) – wide mouth mason jars
• ¾ cup – olive oil
• 1 tsp – pepper
• ½ tsp – salt
• 2 Tbsp – Dijon mustard
• 2 – small zucchinis cubed small
• 24 – cherry tomatoes cut in half
• 8 – mini sweet bell pepper diced
• feta crumbles
• 4 Tbsp – nuts or seed I used sliced almonds
• 4 cups – mixed greens

Instructions

• Start by adding your olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dijon to a mixing bowl.
• Whisk until well combined and divide evenly into 4 jars.
• Divide your zucchini up evenly between the four jars, followed by your tomatoes and diced peppers.
• Add feta crumbles to each jar, and 1 tablespoon of nuts or seeds to each jar.
• Fill the remainder of the way with mixed greens.
• Place the lids back on and tightly secure them.
• Shake, shake, shake, and enjoy!

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Recipes in the image above:

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3. Spiral Cucumber Salad

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