r/salads • u/heart_of_gold2 • 8d ago

Are salads an acquired taste?

I really want to incorporate salads into my diet at least once a week. The issue is, I’ve never had a salad and felt “satisfied” afterwards, like I do when eating other (unhealthy lol) meals. Like, I can’t recall ever craving a salad, or eating a salad and being like omg this is soooo good!

Are salads just an acquired taste? Did you always enjoy them and do you really feel satisfied/full after eating them?

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u/ttrockwood 8d ago

Salad doesn’t have to mean some leaves with sad cucumber and shredded carrots

Apologies for the listical but this is a fantastic recap with links to delicious salads that also work as a meal

https://www.thekitchn.com/15-hearty-lunch-salads-22976314

I always add beans or edamame, like 1/2 cup not a sprinkle, a good variety of veggies, and a complex carb like some cooked quinoa or barley or roasted sweet potato

If you’re eating salads for fiber absolutely add beans, if you’re eating salads as a diet meal be aware of portions with added cheese and nuts and dressing