Great Takes on Greens

Long day at work? Never fear! Toss together one of these great takes on greens. Even if your fridge is looking a little bare, these recipes are made with easy-to-find, healthy ingredients.

Chicken Salad With Potatoes and Arugula
Potatoes may get a bad rap from most diet plans, but this salad proves that carbs aren't the enemy. In fact, potatoes are rich in vitamin C and potassium. Combined with the protein-rich chicken and zesty tarragon, this salad will surely make a satisfying supper.

Try this recipe: Chicken Salad With Potatoes and Arugula

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This recipe may sound rich, but it clocks in at about 200 calories per serving. Using chicken sausage instead of pork sausage cuts down on saturated fat and the low-cal veggies provide 20% of your recommended daily intake of iron and fiber. But the best part is the savory dressing, made from heart-healthy olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and mustard.

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Not only does this salad make a gorgeous meal, but it's also full of healthy nutrients. The salmon brings heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and beets are rich in b vitamins and folate. The sweetness of the beets makes a perfect complement to the slightly bitter watercress and tangy horseradish dressing. The beets should be sliced very thin, so try using a vegetable peeler or box grater.

Try this recipe: Poached Salmon Salad With Beets

Take dinner south of the border with this vegetarian-friendly recipe. Pinto beans, corn, and romaine lettuce combine to pack 16 grams of cholesterol-lowering fiber—over half of your recommended amount for the day! The avocado brings hearty-healthy monounsaturated fat and a creamy texture. You'll never even miss the fatty cheese that Tex-Mex restaurants pile on their salads.

Try this recipe: Cool Southwestern Salad With Corn and Avocado

Though lamb is high in saturated fat, it contains immunity-boosting zinc and essential B vitamins. This recipe only takes 40 minutes to make, yet it combines delicious contrasting tastes for a restaurant-worthy dish. Mint brings out the richness of the lamb, while the somewhat sweet carrots and golden raisins team up with the spiced-yogurt dressing for a low-cal feast of flavors.

Try this recipe: Moroccan Lamb Salad with Carrots and Mint