Go beyond tomatoes It’s practical and easy to find and cut, but you can create countless salads without tomatoes: carrots, cucumbers, red peppers, radishes, hearts of palm.
Vary the flavor A little chopped nuts or seeds, olives, small pieces of fruit (mango, strawberry, banana) or cheese change the look and flavor of the salad. Try new recipes and create your own combinations.
Use light sauces A drizzle of olive oil is traditional for dressing, but you can also use lemon, balsamic oil and fresh herbs (parsley, coriander) to make the salad more appetizing. Ready-made versions should be avoided, but, if necessary, buy those with fewer calories and sodium. Read more tips in the VivaBem report.
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