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Wholesome Salads (Salads that make a meal) recipes


Last Updated : Jan 31,2025



भरपूर भारतीय सलाद | शाकाहारी सलाद जो भोजन बनाते हैं | - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Wholesome Salads (Salads that make a meal) recipes in Hindi)
ભરણપોષણ ભારતીય સલાડ | શાકાહારી સલાડ જે ભોજન બનાવે છે | - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Wholesome Salads (Salads that make a meal) recipes in Gujarati)

150 Wholesome Indian Salads | Veg Salads that make a meal |

Wholesome Indian Salads | Veg Salads that make a meal | At times when you don’t have time to prepare a full meal, or when you don’t feel hungry enough, but still need to have something healthy and light to double up as a meal, try one of our Wholesome Salads.

Indian cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and diverse ingredients, and this extends to its salads as well. Wholesome Indian salads are a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices, offering a perfect balance of taste, nutrition, and texture. These salads are not only refreshing but also deeply rooted in traditional culinary practices, often incorporating regional ingredients and age-old recipes. From the tangy and spicy flavors of chaat-inspired salads to the cooling and soothing raita-based ones, Indian salads cater to a wide range of palates and dietary preferences. They are a testament to the country's rich culinary heritage and its emphasis on using natural, wholesome ingredients.

 Bean Sprouts Salad in A Peanut Chilli Dressing
 Bean Sprouts Salad in A Peanut Chilli Dressing
 
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bean and capsicum salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana salad | protein rich Indian rajma salad with bell peppers |  One serving of bean and capsicum salad has 24% protein , 57% fiber. 188 % Vitamin C, 89% Folic Acid, 40% Vitamin B1, 27% Calcium , 42% Iron, 41% Phosphorus,  38% Magnesium, 18% Potassium, 24% Zince of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

bean and capsicum salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana salad | protein rich Indian rajma salad with bell peppers

bean and capsicum salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana salad | protein rich Indian rajma salad with bell peppers

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three bean salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana and rangoon na vaal salad | healthy Indian kidney beans, chick peas and broad field beans salad | The three bean salad features an excellent combination of different beans tossed in a tantalizing lemony basil dressing. The beans offer an ideal low-cal way to consume protein and fibre, which will not only aid in weight loss but also help to keep cholesterol under check.

One serving of three bean salad delivers 115% folic acid, 30% vitamin B1, 27% protein, fiber 61%, Phosphorus 43%, magnesium 36%, calcium 22%, iron 20%, Vitamin C 43%  of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

three bean salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana and rangoon na vaal salad | healthy Indian kidney beans, chick peas and broad field beans salad |three bean salad recipe | rajma, kabuli chana and rangoon na vaal salad | healthy Indian kidney beans, chick peas and broad field beans salad |

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Indian wholesome meal salads

1. Sprouted Moong Salad so easy and quick to make that it can be made in a jiffy and the ingredients used are easily available in every Indian house.

 Sprouted Moong Salad
Sprouted Moong Salad

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2. Rajma Salad  | healthy rajma salad | Indian style kidney bean salad |.  One serving of rajma salad delivers 53% folic acid, 18% Phosphorus, 11% protein, 15% calcium of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).


 Rajma Salad Healthy Rajma Salad
Rajma Salad Healthy Rajma Salad

3. matki salad recipe | healthy sprouts salad | easy sprouts salad | how to make healthy moth bean salad recipe | nutritious matki beans join hands with a couple of crunchy and colourful veggies to make a scrumptious salad. One serving of matki salad delivers 18% Iron, 16% Calcium, 16% protein, 46% Vitamin C of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

 Matki Salad, Healthy Moath Bean Salad
Matki Salad, Healthy Moath Bean Salad

 4. Chatpatta Chana and Potato Salad tongue-tickling salad is a desi dream come true! Cooked chana and potato cubes are dressed in a characteristically Indian way, with a lemony mix of chaat masala and cumin seeds powder.

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Healthy wholesome Indian salads 

1. Mixed Sprouts Salad an unusual salad, in which mixed sprouts combine with tomatoes, radish, fenugreek leaves and chopped coriander, to provide an appreciable mix of nutrients that help balance your blood sugar levels. 

 Mixed Sprouts Salad
 Mixed Sprouts Salad

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2. Bean Sprouts and Green Peas Salad combination of antioxidant and fibre rich greens like broccoli and green peas with bean sprouts is an asset for weight-watchers. 

 Broccoli, Bean Sprouts and Green Peas Salad, Healthy Salad Recipe
 Broccoli, Bean Sprouts and Green Peas Salad, Healthy Salad Recipe

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3. Lettuce and Bean Salad iron-rich Lettuce and Bean Salad features crisp lettuce and juicy cucumber combined with mealy kidney beans and sumptuous chick peas. 

4. Black Bean and Bulgur Wheat Salad healthy bowlful can be whipped up very easily, so you can opt for this when you do not have time to prepare a full-fledged meal.

 Lettuce and Bean Salad
 Lettuce and Bean Salad

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5. Chatpata Chawli and Fruit Salad an all-rounder, with ample nutrients and a balanced blend of flavours and textures too.

 Chatpata Chawli and Fruit Salad
Chatpata Chawli and Fruit Salad

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Wholesome salad using fruits

1. Mixed Sprouts Fruits and Veggie Salad an adventurous experience packed into a salad bowl! the Mixed Sprouts Fruits and Veggie Salad has a little bit of everything. 

 Mixed Sprouts Fruits and Veggie Salad
 Mixed Sprouts Fruits and Veggie Salad

One of the most nutritious beans - chickpeas are rich in iron, protein and folic acid. Curds enrich this tangy Indian chickpea salad with mint dressing with more protein and calcium while coriander and mint increase its vitamin A content. So we have got you a salad with such a combination that is chickpea salad with mint dressing. One serving of Indian chickpea salad for weight loss has 21% calcium, 48% folic acid, 20% Vitamin B1, 15% protein of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

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Penne, Basil and Apple Salad a wholesome and sumptuous salad, which is actually as filling as a meal! Lettuce, Orange and Spinach Salad an outta-this-world salad that combines peach and lettuce with cheese, basil and herbed pizza strips.

Lettuce, Orange and Spinach Salad
Lettuce, Orange and Spinach Salad

Wholesome veg salads

 Barley Feta and Spinach Salad, healthy Salads are a boon for health conscious people. Easy and quick to make, they are tasty and bursting with good health.

 Barley Feta and Spinach Salad, Healthy Salad
 Barley Feta and Spinach Salad, Healthy Salad

 

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Barley Feta and Spinach, Spinach and Barley Salad
Recipe# 41370
29 Jun 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
barley feta and spinach salad recipe | Indian pearl barley with spinach and feta | healthy Mediterranean spinach and barley salad | with 33 amazing images. barley feta and spinach salad recipe
Chatpata Chawli and Fruit Salad
Recipe# 39382
02 Dec 20

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
This salad is an all-rounder, with ample nutrients and a balanced blend of flavours and textures too. Chawli and fruits bring in a good dose of fibre, while the wheat germ garnish further adds to the fibre quotient. Fibre is very essential to the body as it helps clean the system, aids weight loss a ....
Neapolitan Potato Salad
Recipe# 3273
16 May 14

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
The Neapolitan style of cooking is characterised by the famous piazzaiola sauce. It consists of peeled, chopped and deseeded tomatoes, garlic, basil or marjoram and olive oil. It is served with pasta, grilled dishes and pizzas. Cooked potatoes with deseeded tomatoes, the Neapolitan way are a favour ....
Florida Salad, Pear, Paneer and Lettuce Salad
Recipe# 371
24 Sep 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Delectable fare this salad is, with its varied flavours and textures, which range from the smooth texture and sweetness of pears to the crunch and spice of capsicum and the crispness of bread croutons. However, remember that if you are to thoroughly enjoy this really unique textural extravagan ....
Rajma, Bean Sprouts and Spring Onion Salad
Recipe# 760
15 Sep 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A scrumptious salad that combines the goodness of cooked rajma and bean sprouts with crunchy spring onions and tangy tomatoes. A dash of lemon juice further perks up this salad, making it a zesty treat for your palate! Enjoy the Rajma, Bean Sprouts and Spring Onion Salad chilled, to experience ....
Penne, Basil and Apple Salad
Recipe# 37328
29 Jul 16

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
The Penne, Basil and Apple Salad is a wholesome and sumptuous salad, which is actually as filling as a meal! Contrasting ingredients like apple and capsicum give this salad multiple textures, while a herby and lemony dressing gives it an irresistible flavour. Serve this salad immediately upon ....
Veg Macaroni Salad with Fruits and Mint Dressing
Recipe# 784
07 Sep 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Mind-blowing and totally unique, this salad is sure to catch everybody’s attention! An innovative combination of cooked macaroni, sprouts, veggies and tangy fruits is dressed in a peppy mint dressing. With curds and mustard paste, the mint dressing has a tangy, spicy and herby taste, which matches b ....
Spinach and Corn Salad in Mayo Cheese Dressing
Recipe# 728
09 Mar 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
A splash of colours, flavours and textures awaits you, in this scrumptious bowlful! The vibrant green of spinach against the dynamic colours of the capsicums and the pleasant yellow of corn, this salad is a pretty attractive sight to behold. The dressing, of cream, cheese and mayonnaise, adds ....
Italiano Salad ( Healthy Diabetic Recipe )
Recipe# 33653
20 Aug 08

 
 by Tarla Dalal
This oregano-flavoured tangy, crunchy macaroni salad is an evergreen favourite with pasta lovers. The dressing features an interesting combination of ingredients like herbs, garlic, chilli flakes, pine nuts and lemon juice. Unlike the oily nature of most dressings, this healthier option uses o ....
Carrot and Cabbage Salad in Orange Dressing
Recipe# 1355
07 Sep 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Crunchy veggies in fruity dressings is the latest fad rocking the salad world! The Carrot and Cabbage Salad in Orange Dressing is one such awesome treat. Along with cabbage and carrots, this salad uses veggies like capsicum and celery, which have a naturally spicy note. These contrast beautifu ....
Veg Salad with Spring Onion Honey Lemon Dressing
Recipe# 1784
12 Aug 16

 
 by Tarla Dalal
This salad does not have the usual blend of veggies! An off-beat combination of walnuts, tomatoes, lettuce and sprouts with bread sticks, dressed in a tangy spring onion honey lemon dressing, makes this salad a really outta-this-world experience. The addition of spring onions to the honey-lemo ....
Stuffed Capsicum with Curds, Cucumber and Penne Salad
Recipe# 1352
23 Nov 15

 
 by Tarla Dalal
When you think of stuffed capsicum, the first dish that comes to mind is fat-laden bhajiyas of capsicum filled up with starchy potatoes! You will lose the taste for that after you try this flavourful Stuffed Capsicum with Curds, Cucumber and Penne salad. This unusual but elegant salad is rich in vit ....
Potato and Chana Salad ( Quick Recipe )
Recipe# 411
01 Jan 01

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 by Tarla Dalal
Boiled potatoes and chana taste delicious in this tangy, chatpata salad! this is very easy and quick to make and a great recipe to eat between meals.
Broccoli, Bean Sprouts and Vegetable Salad
Recipe# 37302
17 Oct 24

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 by Tarla Dalal
A combination of antioxidant and fibre rich greens like broccoli and green peas with bean sprouts is an asset for weight-watchers . The sesam ....
Cole Slaw
Recipe# 2147
23 Jul 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Coleslaw is a refreshing cold salad, whose name is derived from the dutch phrase ‘kool-sla’, which means cabbage salad. It is a rich and creamy version of the traditional american salad, and is a typical barbeque standby. It is often served at picnics along with burgers and hot dogs, and is loved by ....
Pakchoy Noodle Salad
Recipe# 22549
20 Mar 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Here is an exotic salad that I discovered while on vacation in Thailand. Pakchoy is now easily available in India, so go ahead and savor its unique flavour. You can also try other Thai salads like Gree ....
Peach Lettuce Salad, Peach Lettuce Pizza Strips Salad
Recipe# 3277
16 May 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
An outta-this-world salad that combines peach and lettuce with cheese, basil and herbed pizza strips. Pizza strips add another yummy texture to this snazzy salad, while a lemony dressing perks it up with its tangy touch. Keep the Peach Lettuce Pizza Strips Salad refrigerated, but take care to ....
Broccoli, Bean Sprouts and Long Bean Salad
Recipe# 448
26 Nov 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Behold this brilliant salad and you can’t help drooling! Indeed, what a fabulous sight it is, with a vibrant mix of broccoli, sprouts and long beans drowned in a rich dressing of coconut milk and mushrooms perked up with red curry paste. Garnished with sesame seeds, this Broccoli, Bean Sprouts ....
Imperial Salad in Crispy Noodle Basket
Recipe# 22545
20 Mar 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Exotic vegetables served in a crispy noodle basket, everything about this recipe is truly imperial.
Crouton Salad
Recipe# 22623
21 Jan 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
You can’t find a more exciting way to use leftover bread. Turn them into enticingly crisp bread croutons and toss them up with succulent paneer cubes, peppy spring onions and crisp lettuce. Nothing dresses this up as beautifully as a mixture of cheese, olives and cream. You will love the tangy f ....
Lettuce, Corn and Tomato Salad
Recipe# 35906
29 Jun 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Lettuce, corn and tomatoes are a great combination for a salad. Basil lends a very unique aroma and taste to this salad. The olive oil with lemon juice and a tinge of sugar makes it a perfect dressing.
Penne Salad in Basil Dressing
Recipe# 36289
30 Mar 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
The Penne Salad in Basil Dressing is a true tongue-tickler. Tangy sun-dried tomatoes and crunchy walnuts decorate cooked penne along with a flavourful dressing of fresh basil, mixed herbs and red chilli flakes. Olive oil not only binds the dressing together, it also imparts an aesthetic flavour and ....
Mixed Fruit Creole Salad
Recipe# 46
04 Mar 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
When you feel like serving something extraordinary, you will be glad you have this Mixed Fruit Creole Salad on hand! A never-before combination of rice, nuts, coconut and multi-coloured, multi-flavoured fruits come together with a unique dressing, which features ingredients like Tabasco sauce and ma ....
Masala Mixed Sprouts Salad with Coconut
Recipe# 34001
30 Jul 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
sprouts coconut salad recipe | sprouts salad with coconut | healthy mixed sprouts salad with coconut | with 18 amazing images. healthy coconut and sprouts salad is a healthy salad for
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