Everyone loves an easy dinner option, right? I'm sure I can't be the only one!

Pre-packaged chopped salads have been such a time saver for me when I needed something quick and on the healthier side. We eat them for lunch and dinner, and I wanted to share a few of my favorite salad hacks that take these to the next level! 

There are several brands that I use, including Taylor Farms, Dole, and generic grocery store brands. Taylor Farms is a personal favorite! I add the extra ingredients to taste to transform bag into meal. You can toss everything together in a large serving bowl, toss the salad and add the toppings on top, or build a salad bar and let your friends or family add want they want. 

Chicken & Avocado Ranch Salad

• Avocado Ranch Chopped Kit (Includes crispy corn and cheese.)
• Cherry Tomatoes
• Avocado (Diced)
• Chicken (Shredded Rotisserie or Grilled)

To add more flavor to the chicken (1 lb.), try this marinade:

• 1/4 Cup Chopped Cilantro
• Juice from 1 Lime
• 1 Tbsp. of Olive Oil
• 2 Minced Garlic Cloves 
• 1/2 Tsp. each of
  • Chili Powder
  • Cumin
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Mix ingredients, marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, then grill or pan fry in a little olive oil.

Dill Pickle & Tuna Salad

• Dill Pickle Chopped Kit (Includes dill pickle brioche crouton crumbles.)
• Cherry Tomatoes
• Dill Pickles (Chopped or Hamburger Slices)
• Crispy Dillies 
• 1 Can of Tuna (Drained)

You can also make a quick Tuna Salad by mixing the tuna with mayo, mustard, pickle juice, salt, and pepper to taste, then adding it on top! 

Buffalo Chicken & Ranch

• Buffalo Ranch Chopped Kit (Different brands include different toppings.)
• Cherry Tomatoes
• Buffalo Chicken Breast
  • Season with Salt & Pepper
  • Grill or Pan Fry in a little Olive Oil
  • Toss in your favorite Buffalo Sauce

Salsa Ranch Taco Salad

• Salsa Ranch Chopped Kit (Includes tortilla strips and cheese.)
• Cilantro
• Cherry Tomatoes or Roma Tomatoes (Diced)
• Avocado (Diced)
• Black Beans (Rinsed)
• Corn
• Taco Meat
  • Ground Beef
  • Taco Seasoning Packet
    
  • Cook according to the seasoning packet.
• Salsa 

I hope you enjoy these salad hacks! I'd love to hear what your favorite salad toppings and hacks are. Join the conversation over on Instagram and let us know!