14 Salads That Are Way Too Good to Be Just a Side Dish
Think salads are just a side dish? Think again. These 14 salads are so flavorful, satisfying, and addictive that they could easily steal the spotlight on any table. From fresh, crunchy classics to bold, unexpected combinations, each recipe proves that salads can be just as exciting as any main course. Get ready to see greens in a whole new, irresistible way.
Seasonal Harvest Salad
This Seasonal Harvest Salad is truly the taste of fall! Made with hearty butternut squash, tart Pink Lady apple chunks, juicy grapes, sweet dried cranberries, and more, it’s fresh, nutritious, and the perfect representation of all there is to love about this time of year.
Cantaloupe Salad with Prosciutto
This quick 15-minute cantaloupe salad is perfect as a light meal or side dish in summer or fall. The ripe, sweet melon, crispy prosciutto, and tender greens make it a memorable, easy to prepare dish.
Easy Vegetable Salad
This vegetable salad recipe is bursting with flavor! It tastes even better after it’s marinated: great for lunches, picnics and potlucks.
BBQ Chicken Salad
This BBQ Chicken Salad is packed with goodness and flavor!! BBQ Chicken, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, creamy avocado, black beans, onions, shredded cheese and crispy tortilla strips are all tossed with delicious Ranch dressing.
Cauliflower Salad
This cauliflower salad is a vegan salad made with small florets of raw cauliflower marinated in a tangy tahini dressing and tossed with bright, crisp vegetables.
Bulgur Salad
Bulgur salad made with #1 fine bulgur wheat, doesn’t require cooking. It soaks up all the dressing and flavors of the cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh mint.
Pizza Salad with Vinaigrette
Pizza Salad combines two classics; pizza and salad! Prepare lettuce, add all your favorite toppings, and drizzle it with the best Italian vinaigrette! It’s a fun summery way to enjoy pizza without having to order take out or turning the oven on!
Kohlrabi Salad
This raw Kohlrabi Salad is tossed with a refreshing herb yogurt dressing, for a tasty, vibrant summer salad! It’s easy to make, loaded with raw zucchini and red cabbage, plus goat cheese and pumpkin seeds, for layers of flavor. Give the crunchy, nutritious cruciferous vegetable a try in this go-to summer salad.
Steak Caesar Salad
This Steak Caesar Salad is my go-to when I want something hearty but fresh. Tender grilled steak, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing, it’s a full meal in a bowl.
Keto Greek Salad
My refreshing Keto Greek Salad is a healthier, low-carb take on classic Greek salad, but with all the deliciousness of a traditional recipe! Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, salty olives, and tangy feta cheese drizzled with a zesty dressing, this keto salad recipe is perfect for potlucks, picnics, light lunches, or even easy dinners.
Beetroot And Feta Salad
My Beetroot and Feta Salad is slightly sweet, a little salty, and completely satisfying! Roasting the beets brings out their sweet, earthy flavor, making them crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Paired with crunchy walnuts and creamy feta, this salad is my go-to for a healthy side dish or a light main course.
Brussel Sprout Caesar Salad
An alternative to classic Caesar salad, this easy vegetarian Brussel Sprout Salad is tossed in a Caesar dressing and crispy homemade croutons.
Cheeseburger Salad
This is the ultimate Cheeseburger Salad that’s prepped in just 15 minutes. It will be a guaranteed hit with your family and friends for an easy weeknight dinner. Customize the salad with your favorite burger toppings.
Lebanese Fattoush Salad
This authentic healthy Lebanese Fattoush Salad is made with seasoned fried pita bread, fresh vegetables and tossed in a zesty sumac dressing.
