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Sandwich-Inspired Salads For Weekday Lunches

Turn Your Favorite Sandwiches Into Salads
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Turn to these quick ideas if you're sick of packing the same old sandwich every day for lunch, and especially if you're trying to cut back on carbs! You can easily turn your favorite sandwich fillings into a healthy, flavor-packed salad with just a few simple tricks. Find your favorite and switch up your routine! We've got an idea for every day of the working week.

Sandwich-Inspired Salads
Monday: Tomato, Tuna And Tarragon Salad(01 of05)
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An alternative to: Tuna Salad SandwichTake advantage of fresh red tomatoes when they're in season -- they'll add a bright element to tuna salad, which is also made all the better with a kick of fresh tarragon and finely diced red onion. You'll never miss the bread for a second.Get the recipe for Tomato, Tuna And Tarragon Salad (credit:EatingWell)
Tuesday: Asian Chicken Salad(02 of05)
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An alternative to: Chicken Salad SandwichCrunchy vegetables and tender chicken breasts tossed in a tangy vinaigrette make a refreshing main-dish salad. Soy sauce, rice-wine vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, chile-garlic sauce and fresh ginger make an unbelievable savory sauce for fresh cabbage, carrots, radish and scallions.Get the recipe for Asian Chicken Salad (credit:EatingWell)
Wednesday: Taco Salad(03 of05)
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An alternative to: TacosRather than going out for a greasy taco at lunch, customize your own salad with whatever heat of salsa you'd like, sour cream, veggies, lean ground turkey and the toppings of your choice.Get the recipe for Taco Salad (credit:EatingWell)
Thursday: Pork Tenderloin Niçoise(04 of05)
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An alternative to: Ham SandwichThis is a fun alternative to a ham sandwich when you've got a serious pork craving. All the components can be made ahead and served at room temperature. Be sure to slice the pork, dress the greens and assemble the salad just before serving. To do this, just make sure to pack your dressing separately!Get the recipe for Pork Tenderloin Niçoise (credit:New Media Publishing)
Friday: Shrimp Cobb Salad(05 of05)
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An alternative to: Egg Salad SandwichPre-cooked hard-boiled eggs are a super-easy salad topper. Here, they combine with pre-peeled shrimp, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese and romaine lettuce.Get the recipe for Shrimp Cobb Salad (credit:EatingWell)

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