I have put together a little checklist to make building a balanced salad easy. One of the most common things people say to me is “I just don’t know what to eat/ buy”. Well iv’e got you covered!

Add your fillings:

AIM TO CHOOSE AT LEAST 4:

Add your protein:

• Fish eg: salmon, tuna, barramundi

• Turkey

• Egg

• Tofu

• Grilled chicken

• Falafel

• Lamb

• Grilled prawns

• Beef

• Pork

Add some flavour:

• Coriander

• Parsley

• Red onion

• Fried onion

• Wasabi peas

• Chilli flakes

• Jalapeños

• Chives

• Dill

• Mint

Go nuts (or seeds):

• Pumpkin/ pepita seeds

• Sunflower seeds

• Almonds

• Walnuts

• Pine nuts

• Flax seeds

• Sesame seeds

• Macadamias

• Cashews

• Brazil nuts

Make a dressing:

• Add some acidity: Squeeze some lemon, orange or balsamic vinegar

• Add a base: Extra virgin olive oil, sesame oil, avocado oil OR greek yoghurt

• Add some salt & spice: Salt, pepper, garlic, herbs and spices

• Add something sweet: Honey or maple syrup

Dressing inspiration:

Zesty Lemon & Herb dressing

• 3 Dollops of whole milk yoghurt or greek yoghurt

• juice of 1/2 lemon

• 1x handful parsley (chopped)

• 6 basil leaves

Blitz everything in a food processor or chop finely and combine

Orange vinaigrette

• 2 Tbsp orange (juiced)

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tsp wholegrain mustard

• Sprinkle of salt & pepper

• 1/2 tsp maple syrup or honey

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl

I hope this helps you build a delicious and well balanced meal, don’t forget to tag me on instagram @nourish_withkiah and show me your recreations #nourishwithkiah