Salad Recipes

This simple salad pairs well with grilled meats.

When the ingredients are fresh, salads can be simple yet impressive. This traditional, classic Israeli salad is perfect as a side, salad, or as filling for your pita.Submitted by: LOULOUB

Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious and simple summer side.

Great as a side dish or dessert!Submitted by: ELAINEHN

Good as a side dish or dessert, this salad made from fresh fruit is naturally low in fat, saturated fat, and sodium. Plus, it's cholesterol free.

This salad may be used on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich. Submitted by: CAROLYN0107

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.
Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Fresh summer salad dressingSubmitted by: CHEEEY

I hope you enjoy my cucumber and onion salad in vinegar recipe!Submitted by: ANGELLYBELLY

I love the versatility of this salad,and the ease in making it a delicious side dish,or meal.My children are grown but they still ask for this dish at family gatherings.It's great for picnics because it is not mayonaise based.I hope you and your family enjoy it as much as us.Submitted by: SHERRY822

This light salad perfectly complements spicier main dishes.Submitted by: GBUNDRA

This fresh and tangy cucumber dill sauce uses non-fat plain yogurt to give it a creamy taste and texture. It can be eaten as a side dish with grilled chicken or as a topping on a gyro or pita sandwich!!Submitted by: MISSJCISRUNNING

Good side dish and an easy way to get in a serving of veggies.

Even kale needs some love. Massaging an acid-based dressing into the fibrous green leaves tenderizes them, making the healthy vegetable more palatable in its raw form. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Watermelon is a favorite summer dessert, but it makes a lovely salad, too. Here, creamy citrus dressing pairs with the sweet melon and crunchy celery. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Kid prepared and approved! I am always looking for a salad that my kids can make and then devour. This is a winner for kids and moms. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Vinaigrettes are perfect as salad dressing, a dipping sauce for steamed vegetables, and a marinade for lean cuts of meats. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Sweet peaches and tangy tomatoes pair perfectly in this simple summer salad. Submitted by: STEPFANIER

Depending on how small you chop the veggies, this light summer side can be a salad or salsa. Pair the salad with grilled chicken or shrimp. As a dip, opt for endive, jicama slices, or lime tortilla chips. Submitted by: CHEF_MEG

Turn caprese salad into a fun appetizer by serving it in shot glasses!Submitted by: CD13369833

Great salad or chunky salsa.Submitted by: VFITZ89

low carb version of potato salad Submitted by: IKNEADU2

Bid adieu to summer with this sweet and savory watermelon salad. Submitted by: CD13369833

Tasty salad with cucumber, tomato, onion, and vinegar.Submitted by: STEPHREDNECK

This is very light and delicious, especially in the summer when the vegetables are fresh and flavorful! A great way to eat your vegetables!Submitted by: OILPAINTER

If you like ranch, you'll LOVE this easy and healthier alternative.Submitted by: CADENCES_MOM

Crisp spinach, crunchy almonds and juicy strawberries are a perfect combination in this healthy salad. Top it with grilled chicken for extra protein.Submitted by: MDSHEPARD

light tasty snack food. Great tasting, and last 4-5 days gives easy fruit servingsSubmitted by: DD-THEOTHERHALF

Submitted by: LARAINE

A copy cat recipe to the highly processed version of Panera's Fuji Apple Chicken Salad Dressing.

Serve on a salad of Romain, red onion, tomato, pecans, dried apple chips and Gorgonzola cheese. The sweet and savory flavors are awesome!Submitted by: DONNAINHOUSTON