There’s no better lunch than a superfood salad – I’m sharing my favorite varieties along with a super simple recipe for mango iced tea.
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Like many other people, for me the start of the new year means a re-dedication to eating healthy. I don’t have a lot of trouble making healthy eating choices for breakfast and I generally cook a well balanced nutritious dinner every night. But lunch time is tricky for me – my daughters are in afternoon preschool which means that our rush hour is around lunch time. By the time I get the kids fed and off to school, it’s time for me to cram as much work time as I can into a 2 hour period before I go pick them up. Often times that means I grab whatever is quick and convenient for lunch, regardless of the health factor (or lack thereof). All of that has changed now that I’ve discovered elevAte salads. These salads are the ultimate quick and easy lunch, they’re packed full of nutritious ingredients and they come in 8 flavor varieties.
I love that this superfood salad comes in individual portions – the greens and toppings are separated inside the bowl and can be tossed together at the last minute for maximum freshness. These salads even come with a fork, so they’re perfect to take on the go!
blu•rugula with Arugula and Baby Greens, Aronia Berries, Almonds, Cacao Nibs, Sorghum and Chia Seeds, and Blueberry Vinaigrette
I appreciate that elevAte salads come in so many different flavors – there’s something for everyone, even if you’re gluten free, vegan or have other dietary needs. Each salad comes with a variety of unique toppings including whole grains, nuts and seeds, beans and dried fruit.
Southwest salad with Organic Romaine, Carrots, Fire-Roasted Corn, Black Beans, Monterey Jack Cheese, Crunchy Tortilla Strips and Creamy Southwest Dressing
I keep a stack of elevAte salads in the fridge, that way I have an instant lunch that’s both good for me and delicious. These salads are available nationwide at Walmart.
spinach•pow with Organic Baby Spinach, Grilled Chicken Raised Without Antibiotics, Monterey Jack Cheese, Almonds and Cranberries, Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing
eleVate is currently running a Happy & Healthy New Year Sweepstakes where you can enter daily to win some amazing prizes like gift cards, fitness gear, a gym membership or an Apple watch – definitely some great motivation to stay on track!
Kale Caesar with Chopped Kale, Non-GMO Verified Grilled White Meat Chicken Raised Without Antibiotics, Quinoa, Beluga Lentils, Pepitas, Cranberries, Hemp Seeds and Caesar Vinaigrette
To make lunch time a little more special I like to spend 5 minutes in the morning to brew up some iced tea to drink with my salad. The light and fruity nature of this raspberry mango iced tea makes it the perfect companion to elevAte salads.
This recipe for raspberry mango iced tea couldn’t be any easier – it’s simply brewed black tea that’s been lightly sweetened with mango juice and mixed with fresh fruit.
I most definitely have more energy throughout the day when I take a quick break from my busy schedule to enjoy an elevAte salad. I feel like it’s been so much easier to stick to my new years resolutions when I don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen processing produce just to make a simple salad. Because who has time for that? Not me! How are you doing with your resolutions this year? I’d love to hear about the changes you’ve pledged to make in 2016!
Mango Iced Tea
Ingredients
- 6 cups of water
- 6 black tea bags (I used English breakfast tea)
- 2 cups of mango nectar or juice
- honey to taste (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups of fresh mango slices
- 2 cups of raspberries
- mint sprigs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil; add the tea bags and steep for 3-5 minutes or until desired level of strength.
- Stir in the mango nectar. Add honey to taste if desired.
- Pour the tea into a pitcher. Add the mango slices, reserving a few for garnish if desired.
- Chill the tea in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Stir in the raspberries right before serving. Pour into glasses with ice and garnish with reserved mango slices and mint sprigs if desired.
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anon says
Looks tasty! Can I make this using mango syrup? ( Mangoes, sugar, water and then boil).
Sara says
Yes that’s fine!
Victoria says
This is a perfect version for mango iced tea. Great for summer time. Nice share, Sara,
Cathy Trochelman says
These salads ALL look amazing! And with that yummy iced tea…..the perfect lunch!
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
I need to get my hands on one of these salads and I’m OBSESSED with that tea! Pinning for later!
Katerina @ Diethood says
Mango iced tea!!! WOW! Love that. AND I’m crushing on these salads-to-go. The spinach and chicken salad needs to happen, stat!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
I love a good, healthy salad, and I especially love ones that are as easy to grab, go and eat. I’ll need to look for these in the market. Thank you for bringing them to my attention!
Katalina @ Peas & Peonies says
Oh wow this salad looks so yummy, I didn’t even know such good stuff can come from a box, this is so perfect!
Nutmeg Nanny says
These salads look so delicious! I love how eating healthier is getting easier and easier. Also, pass a class of that tea please 🙂
Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says
I’ve never seen these salads but I’m am SO looking for them now. I get so busy with work that many times I end up just grabbing a yogurt at 4pm. These would be so perfect to keep stocked in the fridge for those crazy days. The tea looks absolutely delish!
kristy @ the wicked noodle says
I love these salads!! They’re the best Superfood Salads I’ve ever tried and I love that I can take them on-the-go!
Ashlyn @ Belle of the Kitchen says
I have to try these salads! They look incredible! And your mango iced tea is making me very thirsty right now!
Beatrice says
Awesome looking salads! Putting them on my shopping list!
Lauren says
I love that these salads are organic! And that tea…delicious!
Debbie says
I love these delicious pre made salads and they help me eat the right things for lunch!
Greg says
Great idea. That’s so convenient.
Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says
Loving the flavor combo you chose here 😀 And that iced tea? Totally the best way to enjoy good-for-you food!
Manila Spoon says
Love the flavors in these superfood salads! They all look very wholesome and delicious!
Marye says
These look perfect! Especially for days you know are going to be hectic!