Salad Samurai

The vegan cookbook queen's recipes for indulgent, filling salads of plant-based proteins, vibrant veggies, and zesty dressings

Discover the Way of the Saladaward-winning chef and Veganomicon coauthor Terry Hope Romero knows her veggies. In Salad Samurai , she's back to teach you the way of the veggie warrior, rescuing salads from their bland, boring reputation and "side" status with more than 100 vibrant, filling entrees. This is your guide to real salad bushido: a hearty base, a zesty dressing, and loads of seriously tasty toppings. Based on whole food ingredients and seasonal produce, these versatile meatless, dairy-free dishes are organized by season for a full year of memorable meals (yes, salad can rock even the coldest days of winter). Dig in to:Spring Herb Salad with Maple Orange TempehDeviled Kale Caesar SaladSeared Garlic Chickpeas, Spinach, and FarroSeitan Steak Salad with Green Peppercorn DressingHerbed Pea Ricotta, Tomatoes, and BasilMushroom, Barley, and BrusselsHarvest BowlTempeh Rubenesque SaladPomegranate Quinoa Holiday TabouliSeitan Bacon Wedge Saladand many more!With designations for gluten-free and raw-ready options and recipes that are work-friendly, weeknight-ready, high-protein, and loaded with superfoods, Salad Samurai shows you the way of the salad: killer dishes that are satisfying, healthy, and scrumptious. Praise for Terry Hope Romero"This is exceptionally good food for vegans, vegetarians, and the rest of us who are trying to eat a more sustainable, healthy, plant-based diet." - Christian Science Monitor on Vegan Eats World "Exuberant and unapologetic...Moskowitz and Romero's recipes don't skimp on fat or flavor, and the eclectic collection of dishes is testament to the authors'sincere love of cooking and culinary exploration." - Saveur on Veganomicon