Salads

This chop suey salad is a Chinese-American fusion dish with a tangy dressing, Asian-style vegetables, and succulent chicken.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sea salt, black pepper, tomatoes, lemon basil leaves, goat cheese, cucumber, olive oil, balsamic vinegar


Time:   30-60 minutes

No true Italian would accept mayo as a pasta salad ingredient. Cubed mozzarella, tomatoes, and a healthy dose of olive oil make this...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This salad combines 7UP, applesauce, and strawberry gelatin for a bright, refreshing dish. Serve cold for a unique side at any meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with salad oil, lime juice, hot sauce, sugar, salt, paprika, onion, avocados


Time:   2-5 hours

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If there's one ingredient that could enhance your recipes in a big way, it's anchovies. They're the real secret to Avanti's chicken Caesar, adding an unmistakably...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with dill, cucumber, sour cream, salt, lemon


Time:   30-60 minutes

A delicious salad made with romaine lettuce, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bacon, breaded chicken tenders, bacon, cheese, and a honey-mustard salad dressing.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with black pepper, mixed salad greens, cherry or grape tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, carrots, prepared salad dressing, cucumbers, chicken breast


Time:   under 30 minutes

Have you bean eating your legumes lately? Cannellini beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas combine forces for a tasty salad that makes a satisfying vegetarian snack or light side dish.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with pineapple, lemon gelatin powder, lime gelatin powder, 7-up, mayonnaise, cottage cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

This tabouleh and chick pea salad is a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Bulghur or quinoa are mixed with chick peas, vegetables, and herbs for a light...


Time:   under 30 minutes

The underutilized Herbs de Provence mixture is the key to this dish. Rosemary, marjoram, and basil all contribute to make a wonderfully seasoned fillet that sits atop a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Zesty bean salads make an outstanding alternative to heavy cookout sides like slaw and potato salad. Cucumber and jalapeno give this salad an equal balance of cool and...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh green beans are blanched then tossed with red onion and a balsamic vinaigrette then topped with toasted sesame seeds.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried apricots, goat cheese, pistachios, pecans or walnuts, lettuce


Time:   under 30 minutes

Seasoned, grilled sausage and chicken are served atop salad greens with honey mustard salad dressing and garnished with delicious sweet-and-spicy nuts.

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Breaded chicken tenders get dressed up in hot sauce and Cajun seasoning and top a bed of salad greens. Add a drizzle of blue cheese salad...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with vinaigrette salad dressing, spinach & mixed green salad, dried sweetened cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, blue cheese...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, ramen noodles, celery, sugar, salt, pepper, salad oil, vinegar

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, mayonnaise, pickle relish, black pepper, salt, smoked boneless ham, onion, green bell pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

Named for the tiny pasta, acini de pepe, that looks like frog eyes, this chilled pasta salad is combined with a variety of fruits, whipped topping, and marshmallows.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with sugar, strawberries, nuts, strawberry flavored gelatin powder, cranberry juice cocktail, water, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with white vinegar, sugar, potatoes, salt, bacon, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with lime juice, napa cabbage, carrots, snow peas, red bell pepper, scallions, fresh cilantro, ginger, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce


Time:   30-60 minutes

A little salmon turns a package of Caesar salad mix into a gourmet affair.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, fresh basil, butter, corn, pasta, purple cabbage, scallions, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A quick and easy salad loaded with corn, beans, and colorful vegetables. Tossed with a simple lime and adobo dressing, this dish is ready in minutes. Perfect for a refreshing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh chives, salt and pepper, iceberg lettuce, cocktail sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, lemon zest, mayonnaise, small shrimp


Time:   under 30 minutes

Take potato salad from ordinary to extraordinary with just a few simple ingredients. Bacon and dill pickle for flavor with celery and cucumber for crunch. And just enough...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cold soba noodles are tossed with a soy sauce based dressing and garnished with spring onion and toasted sesame seeds for a simple yet delicious nooodle salad.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Aged balsamic vinegar lends a zesty tease on top of ripe tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Jerri's signature is pre-soaking the onions.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with gooseberries, pecans, cheddar cheese, lime gelatin powder, lemon gelatin powder, sugar, water, vinegar, celery


Time:   1-2 hours

This chorizo and feta blend with brightly flavored veggies like asparagus and zucchini makes a colorful, flavor-packed salad that's a meal in of itself.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Let's talk about a salad that knows how to party. This tossed delight, drizzled with a creamy garlic dressing, has all the essential moves to keep it fresh and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you want to turn a side Caesar into a full-out lunch or dinner, adding grilled steak slices is a power move. Meaty sirloin works beautifully with the creamy dressing and...

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with frozen strawberries, mini pretzels, sugar, butter or margarine, non-stick cooking spray, cream cheese, vanilla extract, frozen whipped topping...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with salt, onion, beets, brown sugar, rice vinegar or cider vinegar, water, wasabi powder, dry mustard, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

If you're craving a salad that's anything but bland, this Asian Tossed Salad is your answer. It mixes up familiar flavors while keeping it refreshing and fun.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Genoa salami, pepperoni, Asiago or Italian sharp cheese, black olives, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, tomatoes, Italian dressing mix, olive oil, balsamic vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A simple and speedy recipe for North Carolina-style coleslaw, combining fresh vegetables and a sweet and tangy dressing. Ready to serve after a few hours in the refrigerator, it...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with lettuce, fresh cilantro, salt, shrimp, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, red onion, lime, cayenne pepper, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cooked potatoes, bacon, all-purpose flour, vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black pepper, onion, pickles

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with preserved ginger, pickled scallions, kaffir lime leaves, Red Thai chiles, green onions, cilantro, lime or lemon, peanuts, fried shrimp chips or fried rice...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Corn, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and arugula are tossed with a light vinaigrette. Delicious served at room temperature or lightly chilled.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This 6 cup creamy fruit salad recipe is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is light, refreshing, and full of flavor.


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lime juice, honey, red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar, garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cucumbers


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lettuce, ham, water, snow peas, radishes, green onions, caesar salad dressing

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh, zesty, and full of color, this tossed salad with orange vinaigrette is perfect for a light lunch or as a vibrant side dish.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, lemon juice, orzo pasta, tomato, pitted green olives, feta cheese, parsley, fresh chopped dill, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with rotini pasta, mushrooms, pepperoni sausage, cheddar cheese, green onions, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a sweet little recipe that throws coconut, pineapple, and a sprinkle of nostalgia together in one light salad. Add some miniature marshmallows, and you'll be glad you clicked...


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lobster meat, mayonnaise, fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, shallots, capers, lemon juice, salt, black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, lemon juice or vinegar, celery seed, salt and pepper, red cabbage, carrot, green pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes