Fresh & Creative SUPER SALADS

Never suffer through a boring salad again with these vibrant, nourishing and so-satisfying meals

Salads have undergone a massive transformation over the past 50 years, from the Jello-based jigglers of the '70s to the iceberg lettuce-heavy crunchers of the '90s. Today's salads are filling and satisfying, still packed with vegetables but also delivering energizing protein and healthy fats from ingredients like avocado, nuts and tasty cheeses. "Salad is so much more than just a healthy meal: It's comfort food," says Darlene Schrijver, author of the new cookbook The Salad Lab and founder of the eponymous TikTok account, which boasts nearly 3 million followers.

Try one of these nourishing and flavor-packed salads tonight!

TROPICAL SALAD WITH CREOLE CHICKEN

Serves 4

1. In a bowl, toss chicken with Creole seasoning and season with salt. Heat oil in a griddle pan on high. Sear chicken 1 min. per side; turn heat to medium-high and cook 4 to 5 min. per side. Cut into cubes.

2. In bowl with dressing, add chicken and remaining ingredients. Toss to coat and serve.