You probably know Ariana Grande as the mega-famous pop singer behind hits like “Thank U, Next” and “Positions.” But did you know she’s also been a devoted vegan since 2013?
“I love animals more than I love most people—not kidding,” says Grande in an interview with Mirror in 2014. “But I’m a firm believer in eating a plant-based, whole food diet that can expand your life length and make you an all-around happier person.”
Grande recently shared her favorite vegan salad recipe for her fans to try for themselves, and we couldn’t be more excited. Neither could Carleigh Bodrug, the foodie behind the TikTok account @plantyou. She’s known for her plant-based recipes and zero-waste tips, and even has an ongoing series where she makes celebrity recipes vegan. But Grande’s vegan salad needed no modifications.
@plantyou Ariana Grande’s Favorite Salad #salad #saladrecipe #vegan #plantbased #healthy #healthyrecipes ♬ positions – Ariana Grande
“This is a bit of a cop-out because Ariana is amazing,” says Bodrug. “She’s already vegan and this is the exact salad recipe she loves.”
Not only is this salad super easy to make, but it also makes for a great summer dish. “It happens to be the perfect summer salad with sweet dates and strawberries. It’s also packed with protein, edamame, and tofu, so it’s great for a work lunch as well.”
Want to eat like Grande? Keep reading for a step-by-step guide on how to make her salad that tastes “just like magic.”
Ariana Grande’s Vegan Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
Spinach
Strawberries
Edamame
Baked tofu
Chopped dates
Balsamic vinegar
Olive oil
Lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Put the spinach, strawberries, edamame, tofu, and dates in a bowl.
2. Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
3. Pour your balsamic dressing over the salad.
4. Toss and enjoy!
Craving more sustainable meals? You can find more of Carleigh’s simple plant-based recipes like this at plantyou.com or purchase her cookbook at plantyoucookbook.com.