Thinly slice the beets and a crisp, tart apple, such as a Granny Smith, and drizzle with the shallot-based vinaigrette and sprinkle with candied walnuts. Toss to combine.
Vegetable salad recipes
This salad works well with either yellow wax beans or green beans. The beans are baked in the oven with cherry tomatoes and red onions until the vegetables are slightly softened, then...
This vegetable salad is cooked in a skillet, which softens the kohlrabi and carrots and adds a rich, sweet flavor to the cherry tomatoes. The salad is dressed with lemon juice and...
This vibrant salad is made with colorful new potatoes, green beans, and bell peppers. Even though all the vegetables are cooked, the flavor is incredible...
The vinaigrette for this light spinach and mushroom salad is made with the rendered fat from the fried pancetta. Pour the hot dressing over the salad until some of the leaves wilt, and...
Fennel is said to pair well with citrus fruits. Try this unusual vegetable paired with pink grapefruit. Both ingredients have a bright and unique flavor, and the salty green olives are a perfect...
Pitaya (also known as pitahaya or dragonfruit) may look like a fire artichoke, but it belongs to the cactus family. It's rich in vitamin C and B vitamins. It has white or pink flesh,...
The classic French salad "Niçoise" is a magnificent combination of fresh greens, tuna, and olives in a tart vinaigrette. Various recipes add other ingredients,...
This colorful spring salad is made with rainbow new potatoes, tender asparagus, and artichokes. The vegetables are chopped into small pieces and baked in the oven, then tossed warm with...
Smashed cucumber salad (pai huang gua in Chinese) is a popular side dish in many Chinese restaurants and is often served with Asian dumplings. This refreshing, flavorful salad is seasoned with Chinese...
This Mediterranean-style salad, filled with juicy vegetables and crispy croutons, is the perfect appetizer for any meal. It's quick to make with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion,...
This refreshing and crisp cucumber salad is loaded with walnuts, red onion, herbs, and a vinaigrette, making it the perfect complement to almost any main dish, whether...
Make a delicious potato salad without mayonnaise. The potatoes are especially flavorful in a slow cooker, which means the salad itself will be even more delicious. Dress it with the aromatic, hot rendered fat...
Be sure to prepare this colorful salad in a large clear glass bowl so its vibrant layers are clearly visible. If you don't have one, you can make a portioned version in individual half-liter jars...
This delicious and healthy Asian-inspired salad is rich in fiber and protein. It captivates with its rich textures of juicy kale, radishes, crunchy peanuts, edamame beans, and a delicate vinaigrette.
Persimmon is the perfect complement to fresh kale. In this salad, its subtle sweetness pairs beautifully with the tang of pickled shallots, the zesty flavor of the greens, and the creaminess of Gorgonzola cheese.
Add texture and flavor to this kale salad with toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese, and the sweet-tart vinaigrette ties it all together beautifully.
Add some baby kale to the traditional Caesar salad romaine for an even more filling and healthy twist. The salad is dressed with a classic anchovy dressing, which perfectly enhances...
Fried eggs are served with a seared ham steak, a juicy green salad in a tart vinaigrette, and a crispy toasted baguette. A great idea for a delicious...
A natural ham steak, the back ham, is pan-fried in butter with a little brown sugar, which turns into a light caramel crust and interestingly...
A wonderful salad for the holiday table. Slices of roasted duck breast are tossed with endive, oranges, raspberries, and pecans in a tart sherry-based vinaigrette. Everything...
One of the main ingredients in Italian panzanella is focaccia, and it absolutely must be stale (or oven-dried) so that the pieces of bread gradually absorb all the delicious juices from...
Store-bought polenta is an incredibly versatile, long-lasting, low-calorie, and often gluten-free product (be sure to check the label!). It's convenient to have on hand,...
The yellow and red endives in this salad pair beautifully with grapefruit wedges and a sweet-tart grapefruit dressing. Natural vanilla extract added to the dressing adds a pleasant mellowness...
Hearty summer salads
What makes a great salad? We think it's a combination of seasonal produce and filling ingredients that satisfy hunger. When the weather warms up,
If you love hearty potato salads, try this unique twist with crispy french fries. Combine hot fries with luscious frisee lettuce in a vinaigrette and top with...
Enjoy a combination of seasonal vegetables and fruits in this vibrant, juicy salad perfect for a grill party. Watermelon and fresh green beans are grilled, then...
Fattoush is a Levantine salad made with toasted pita bread and seasonal vegetables, including lettuce, cucumber, and tomato. Its distinctive flavor comes from a dressing made with sumac and...
As the warm summer days draw to a close and the end of the season offers a bounty of fresh, locally grown vegetables, fire up the grill and prepare a simple yet vibrant panzanella salad. With a generous helping of sourdough bread,...
Although the name hiyashi-chuka literally means "cold Chinese," this cold noodle salad is actually a Japanese dish traditionally prepared in the summer. This salad is light, refreshing...
Seasoned with cumin and sumac and drizzled with a vibrant lemon sauce, this cauliflower salad is the perfect complement to your barbecue or shashlik. It's best to roast the cauliflower in a roasting basket...
Consider this unusual use for yellow miso paste: add it to a classic Caesar salad dressing, replacing the anchovies. The flavor will be just as incredibly deep and rich.
This recipe reimagines the traditional salad: it's served as a grilled cabbage wedge and drizzled with dressing. It looks restaurant-quality. And you'll definitely...
Grilled green onions and onions add a rich flavor to your potato salad. Combine chopped onions with boiled red potatoes in their skins and dress with a sour cream horseradish dressing.
If you haven't tried kohlrabi yet, it's time to get started with this juicy, vitamin-packed apple salad. Kohlrabi and Granny Smith apples are sliced into equal-thick strips...
To make this carrot salad look impressive and festive, use a vegetable peeler to slice the carrots into long ribbons. Dress it with a cashew-based vinaigrette with spicy jalapeño for a zesty twist and serve...
A classic Greek salad takes just minutes to prepare, leaving you with a healthy, vibrant salad bursting with equally vibrant flavors. Start with the dressing, mixing together high-quality...
Want to make your potato salad more festive? Make it with purple potatoes! This side dish will be a vibrant addition to your dinner and is sure to be a hit, because in addition to...
Crispy-fried Polish sausage and a warm mustard dressing infuse this potato salad with incredible flavor. The warm dressing allows the potatoes to absorb the maximum amount of...
Shred fresh Brussels sprouts and toss them with bell peppers, cilantro, and a garlic chili dressing. It's the perfect light side dish for Asian-style grilled fish or chicken.
The easiest and quickest way to decorate your Christmas table is to make a salad in the shape of an Advent wreath. It's not only impressive, but also delicious and even healthy. A great way to add variety...
This vibrant and filling salad, bursting with flavor and textures, is made with vegetables that stay fresh longer in the refrigerator than delicate salad greens. You'll need beets, cabbage...
A mixture of paper-thin shavings of fresh fennel and button mushrooms in a lemon dressing topped with equally thin shavings of Parmesan cheese makes for a refreshing, elegant salad. You can shave the fennel...
Fresh Brussels sprouts make a delicious, juicy salad. Thinly shred them and toss with toasted pecans in a light lemon dressing. A quick way to chop up the small sprouts is with...
"In our Korean family, radish panchan salad was served at every table," recalls recipe author Jackie Ji Yoon Park. "Small bowls of this crunchy, salty, and sometimes spicy vegetable appetizer..."
This broccoli salad can be served as an appetizer or a healthy side dish with meat or poultry. Its highlight is the fried bacon, which infuses the broccoli with tons of flavor. The recipe uses both delicious fried...
This salad features delicious sweet potatoes, crispy pecans, and maple syrup—the typical ingredients of a traditional American sweet and spicy dish. Raisins, a generous amount of...
This protein- and fiber-rich, nutritious Asian salad is packed with a range of flavors, with sweet, tart, and savory notes. Baked tofu is complemented by sweet butternut squash and aromatic...
A layered salad in a jar is vibrant, delicious, and convenient. You can easily take it to work or on the go. This salad is made with the most delicious vegetables and fruits available in winter—...
Make chicken fajitas for a healthy salad that's easy to take to work in a jar. It requires minimal effort: simply toss the chicken with vegetables on a baking sheet and...























































