The Santa Fe Salad from Inspired Go
Bright, colourful, and full of texture, this bowl brings together fresh vegetables, plant-based protein, and a sweet-heat dressing that makes every bite feel satisfying. Designed for those moments when you want something fresh and energizing but still crave bold flavour, this salad delivers a full, hearty experience while coming in at under 350 calories. It’s generous in volume, layered with crunch and creaminess, and built to leave you feeling comfortably full, not weighed down.
At the heart of the Santa Fe Salad is a balance that Inspired Go does best: fresh ingredients that work together to create flavour, texture, and satisfaction. Crisp lettuce forms the base, paired with crunchy red cabbage and carrots for colour and bite. Sweet corn adds juiciness, while cool cucumber keeps everything fresh and refreshing. Protein-rich edamame brings substance to the bowl, complemented by creamy feta cheese that adds richness without overpowering the other ingredients. Dried cranberries introduce a subtle sweetness that perfectly offsets the gentle kick of the spicy honey herb dressing—tying the entire salad together with a crave-worthy sweet-heat finish.
The Santa Fe Salad is available to order now from Inspired Go, delivered fresh and ready to eat straight to your door. Like all Inspired Go meals, it’s thoughtfully prepared to stay crisp and flavourful all week, making healthy eating one less thing you have to think about. Whether you’re planning ahead for lunches, looking to mix up your weekly routine, or simply want a lighter option that doesn’t feel like a downgrade, the Santa Fe Salad fits seamlessly into your Inspired Go lineup!
Low-Cal, High Satisfaction
The Santa Fe Salad challenges the idea that a low-calorie meal must be endured rather than enjoyed. It does this by focusing on what actually makes a meal satisfying: volume, texture, and flavour. This salad delivers a full, generous bowl that feels complete from the first bite to the last—all while coming in at under 350 calories. Crisp greens, crunchy vegetables, and thoughtfully chosen toppings create a meal that feels abundant, not restricted!
That sense of satisfaction comes from contrast. Crunchy red cabbage and carrots add structure, while juicy corn brings natural sweetness and moisture to the bowl. Cool cucumber balances the gentle heat of the spicy honey herb dressing, keeping each bite fresh and refreshing. The dressing itself plays an important role, coating the ingredients evenly and delivering bold flavour without overwhelming the salad. A little goes a long way, creating a crave-worthy finish that makes the meal feel indulgent rather than restrained.
The Santa Fe Salad also takes a plant-forward approach to protein, offering substance without heaviness. Edamame provides a clean, satisfying source of protein that supports fullness while keeping the salad light and fresh. Paired with creamy feta cheese, the protein element works quietly in the background, adding richness and staying power without dominating the bowl.
Together, these elements reflect a simple philosophy: eating light doesn’t mean eating less. By choosing ingredients that pull their weight and work together, the Santa Fe Salad delivers flavour, texture, and satisfaction in a way that feels effortless and enjoyable. It’s the kind of meal that fits seamlessly into busy days—leaving you nourished, satisfied, and ready to keep going, without ever feeling weighed down!
The flavour of the Santa Fe Salad is built on balance. Sweet and spicy elements are layered with intention so neither one dominates, creating a profile that feels bold but easy to love. The spicy honey herb dressing is the anchor—smooth honey rounds out the heat, while fresh herbs keep the flavour bright and clean. Rather than masking the vegetables, the dressing lifts them, letting each ingredient taste like itself.
Dried cranberries play a key supporting role, adding brief pops of sweetness that contrast the savoury elements of the salad. Paired with creamy feta, they bring depth and richness without tipping the balance or weighing the meal down. Every ingredient has a clear purpose, working together to create a flavour experience that feels thoughtful, not overdone.
What makes this sweet-heat combination work is restraint. Nothing overwhelms, nothing competes, and every bite feels composed. The result is a salad that’s exciting without being intense—proof that bold flavour doesn’t need to shout to make an impact!
The Santa Fe Salad doesn’t need anything extra to shine—but it is the perfect salad for pairing! Designed to be satisfying on its own, it also leaves room to flex with your appetite or the pace of your day. Adding Inspired Go’s Sliced Chicken Breast is an easy way to dial up the protein while keeping the meal balanced and light. Its mild, savoury flavour works seamlessly with the sweet-heat dressing, enhancing the salad without stealing the spotlight.
When you want to turn your meal into a moment, pairing the Santa Fe Salad with one of our new soup recipes or a Snack Pack or Snack Cup is an effortless upgrade. A warm bowl of soup adds comfort and contrast, while a fun snack gives you a little something to enjoy later. However you build it, the Santa Fe Salad rises to the occasion—flexible, flavour-forward, and designed to fit your day exactly how you need it!
The Santa Fe Salad is a reminder that eating lighter doesn’t have to feel like a trade-off. Built around fresh vegetables, plant-forward protein, and a perfectly balanced sweet-heat dressing, it delivers bold flavour and real satisfaction in a bowl that still comes in under 350 calories. Every ingredient earns its place, creating a salad that feels generous, energizing, and genuinely crave-worthy!
From the first bite to the last, this salad is all about contrast and balance. Crisp lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, corn, and cucumber bring colour and crunch, while edamame adds staying power and feta introduces just enough creaminess to round things out. Dried cranberries offer subtle pops of sweetness, all tied together by a spicy honey herb dressing that enhances rather than overwhelms. It’s a thoughtfully composed mix that keeps the experience fresh, interesting, and deeply satisfying.
Whether you enjoy The Santa Fe Salad recipe as is or build it out with Inspired Go’s Sliced Chicken Breast, soup, or a snack, the Santa Fe Salad fits seamlessly into your day. It’s light but filling, flavour-forward without being heavy, and flexible enough to meet you wherever your appetite lands. Order the Santa Fe Salad from Inspired Go and let fresh, ready-to-eat meals do the work for you. Delivered straight to your door and designed to stay crisp all week, it’s an easy way to keep your routine feeling fresh, balanced, and anything but boring!
