From chopped salads featuring fruits and leafy greens to cobb salads with protein-rich cheese or chicken, there's a low-carb salad on this list for you. With ingredients like fruits, veggies and pre-cooked meats, these low-carb salads are simple to prepare the night before work so you can grab and go in the morning.
Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the bay leaves and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the rice, and cook until it’s al dente, 14 to 15 minutes. Drain the rice, and spread it on a baking sheet to cool, discarding the bay leaves. When the rice is cool, put it in a large bowl.
Lidia Bastianich is an award-winning Italian-American cookbook author, television host, and longtime restaurateur behind some of New York City’s most acclaimed restaurants, such as the now-closed Del Posto. She is also part owner of the Italian grocery giant Eataly. With a resume like that, how could I not include her in this Caesar salad showdown?
Healthy and bold brown rice salad, prepared Italian-style with tuna, artichoke hearts, chopped veggies, and fresh parsley. A simple dressing of red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil brings it together! For best flavor, make it about 30 minutes or so before you serve it and set aside or refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld.