Here, we’ve rounded up 21 meal ideas for solo diners, from satisfying salads like the Classic Cobb to quick-cooking dinners that make use of leftovers you’ve already got on hand, like Easy Fried Rice.

Chicken salad is a spring party staple.

Sometimes the tastiest side dishes are the simplest ones, and sometimes they don't require any cooking at all — this simple ...

This easy potato salad uses a simple oil and vinegar dressing instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, fresher flavor. Inspired ...

We've got countless crave-worthy, easy salads for any time of year. Christopher Testani for The New York Times This classic, deli-style egg salad requires only a few kitchen staples and the time it ...

Pipirrana is a classic Spanish tomato salad made with fresh vegetables, olive oil, and simple seasonings for a bright and ...

Translated from Italian, “Insalata Caprese” means “the salad of Capri,” a destination island off the rugged, cove-dotted coast of Naples. The namesake salad features the bright colors of the Italian ...

Melissa Clark swaps Parmesan crisps for croutons in this quick, hearty no-cook recipe. By Melissa Clark As a Caesar salad enthusiast, I’ve seen my share of crouton stand-ins. Some are quite good ...

Make one of these quick and easy salads for a delicious main or side. These meals are lower in saturated fat and made with sodium-conscious ingredients to be appropriate for those following a diabetes ...

This vibrant laksa noodle salad combines smooth noodles, crispy tofu, and crunchy vegetables with a bold red curry and ...

I don’t eat chicken salad a lot, but when I do, it’s from Costco. It's so tender, creamy, and perfectly seasoned that I have ...