Best salad recipes

Our 40 highest-rated salad recipes, updated for 2026

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Mediterranean Greek Salad Bowl
#1

Mediterranean Greek Salad Bowl

A vibrant, sun-kissed bowl bursting with crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and plump Kalamata olives, a...

15 min · 310 cal · 9g protein · Mediterranean

Classic Caesar Salad
#2

Classic Caesar Salad

A crisp and bold Caesar salad featuring romaine lettuce, homemade dressing, and crunchy croutons. Th...

25 min · 310 cal · 9g protein · American

Crispy Smashed Cucumber Salad
#3

Crispy Smashed Cucumber Salad

Smashed cucumbers that absorb a bold tangy sesame dressing in all their jagged crevices for maximum ...

15 min · 120 cal · 3g protein · Asian

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad
#4

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

Golden crispy smashed potatoes tossed in a tangy herb dressing for a warm salad with incredible text...

60 min · 320 cal · 6g protein · American

Million Dollar Cucumber Salad
#5

Million Dollar Cucumber Salad

This crisp and refreshing cucumber salad is tossed in a tangy sesame dressing with a hint of sweetne...

10 min · 120 cal · 2g protein · Asian-Inspired

Million Dollar Cucumber Salad with Cream Cheese
#6

Million Dollar Cucumber Salad with Cream Cheese

This indulgent cucumber salad features a creamy herbed cream cheese dressing that makes every bite r...

15 min · 180 cal · 4g protein · American

Marinated Carrot Salad with Chili Crisp
#7

Marinated Carrot Salad with Chili Crisp

Tender marinated carrots are tossed with bold chili crisp oil for a spicy and tangy side salad with ...

40 min · 140 cal · 2g protein · Asian-Inspired

Green Goddess Salad
#8

Green Goddess Salad

This vibrant green salad is loaded with fresh herbs and crisp vegetables all tossed in a creamy herb...

15 min · 210 cal · 5g protein · American

Goi Cuon Vietnamese Salad Rolls
#9

Goi Cuon Vietnamese Salad Rolls

Elegant and light Vietnamese salad rolls made with rice paper stuffed with a colorful arrangement of...

35 min · 280 cal · 16g protein · Vietnamese

Zaalouk Smoky Eggplant and Tomato Salad
#10

Zaalouk Smoky Eggplant and Tomato Salad

Zaalouk is a warm Moroccan cooked salad of roasted eggplant and tomatoes, mashed together with garli...

45 min · 140 cal · 3g protein · Moroccan

German Potato Salad Kartoffelsalat
#11

German Potato Salad Kartoffelsalat

A tangy Bavarian-style warm potato salad dressed with a savory bacon vinaigrette made from cider vin...

40 min · 290 cal · 7g protein · German

Horiatiki Greek Village Salad
#12

Horiatiki Greek Village Salad

This quintessential Greek salad celebrates the finest summer vegetables with ripe tomatoes, crisp cu...

15 min · 220 cal · 8g protein · Greek

Baked Tofu and Chickpea Salad
#13

Baked Tofu and Chickpea Salad

This filling protein salad features oven-baked marinated tofu cubes and crispy roasted chickpeas on ...

40 min · 490 cal · 27g protein · Mediterranean-Inspired

Lentil and Edamame Green Goddess Salad
#14

Lentil and Edamame Green Goddess Salad

This vibrant green salad layers protein-rich French lentils with edamame for a refreshing yet fillin...

35 min · 390 cal · 26g protein · Mediterranean

Crispy Roasted Chickpea Caesar Salad
#15

Crispy Roasted Chickpea Caesar Salad

This bold vegan Caesar salad replaces croutons and anchovies with impossibly crispy roasted chickpea...

50 min · 450 cal · 19g protein · American

Greek Yogurt Tuna Salad Wraps
#16

Greek Yogurt Tuna Salad Wraps

Classic tuna salad gets a serious protein upgrade by swapping mayonnaise for thick Greek yogurt crea...

10 min · 380 cal · 40g protein · American

Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Avocado
#17

Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Avocado

Earthy roasted beets are paired with peppery arugula and creamy avocado then dressed in a bright cit...

60 min · 320 cal · 5g protein · American

Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Cucumber Salad
#18

Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Cucumber Salad

Aromatic lamb meatballs seasoned with cumin, coriander, and fresh mint are baked until golden then s...

40 min · 440 cal · 34g protein · Middle Eastern

Mango Avocado Chicken Salad
#19

Mango Avocado Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken breast is sliced over a vibrant salad of fresh mango, creamy avocado, and crisp mixe...

27 min · 380 cal · 32g protein · Caribbean

Greek Salad Stuffed Avocado
#20

Greek Salad Stuffed Avocado

Creamy ripe avocado halves are filled with a crisp and tangy Greek salad featuring cucumber, olives,...

12 min · 340 cal · 8g protein · Greek

Cucumber Tuna Salad Boats
#21

Cucumber Tuna Salad Boats

Crisp cucumber halves are hollowed out and filled with creamy herb-seasoned tuna salad for an elegan...

12 min · 240 cal · 28g protein · American

Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Salad
#22

Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Salad

This warm and hearty salad pairs caramelized roasted cauliflower with earthy green lentils and a bri...

50 min · 310 cal · 18g protein · Mediterranean

Grilled Zucchini and Feta Salad
#23

Grilled Zucchini and Feta Salad

This vibrant grilled zucchini salad is tossed with crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint, and a simple le...

20 min · 165 cal · 6g protein · Mediterranean

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
#24

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

This vibrant quinoa tabbouleh swaps traditional bulgur for protein rich quinoa and is loaded with fr...

30 min · 195 cal · 7g protein · Middle Eastern

Classic Macaroni Salad
#25

Classic Macaroni Salad

This creamy macaroni salad is a timeless potluck staple that feeds a crowd with ease. It is packed w...

30 min · 320 cal · 7g protein · American

Caprese Pasta Salad
#26

Caprese Pasta Salad

This vibrant caprese pasta salad combines the classic Italian flavors of fresh mozzarella, ripe toma...

30 min · 345 cal · 13g protein · Italian

Strawberry Pretzel Salad
#27

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

This iconic strawberry pretzel salad is a beloved potluck dessert that perfectly balances sweet, sal...

280 min · 380 cal · 5g protein · American

Watermelon Feta and Mint Salad
#28

Watermelon Feta and Mint Salad

This refreshing summer salad pairs juicy sweet watermelon with salty crumbled feta cheese and cool f...

10 min · 160 cal · 5g protein · Mediterranean

Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad
#29

Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad

This bright and nutritious quinoa salad is loaded with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, a...

25 min · 310 cal · 12g protein · Mediterranean

Classic French Nicoise Salad
#30

Classic French Nicoise Salad

This elegant French salad layers crisp green beans, hard-boiled eggs, flaky tuna, olives, and tender...

40 min · 420 cal · 32g protein · French

Egg Salad Stuffed Mini Pitas
#31

Egg Salad Stuffed Mini Pitas

Creamy egg salad made with hard-boiled eggs and a light mayo dressing is stuffed into soft mini pita...

22 min · 310 cal · 16g protein · American

Tuna Salad Lettuce Boats
#32

Tuna Salad Lettuce Boats

Mild and creamy tuna salad is spooned into crisp romaine lettuce leaves creating cute edible boats t...

10 min · 220 cal · 22g protein · American

Rainbow Pasta Salad
#33

Rainbow Pasta Salad

This vibrant pasta salad is loaded with colorful vegetables and tossed in a simple Italian dressing ...

20 min · 290 cal · 10g protein · Italian-American

Egg Salad Stuffed Pita Pockets
#34

Egg Salad Stuffed Pita Pockets

This creamy egg salad is lightly seasoned and stuffed into soft pita pockets for a protein-packed lu...

20 min · 295 cal · 16g protein · American

Cucumber Salad with Chili Crisp
#35

Cucumber Salad with Chili Crisp

This brutally simple TikTok cucumber salad smashes whole cucumbers to create jagged edges that grip ...

10 min · 120 cal · 2g protein · Asian-Inspired

Avocado Corn Salad
#36

Avocado Corn Salad

This vibrant avocado corn salad combines sweet charred corn, creamy avocado chunks, and a zesty lime...

18 min · 220 cal · 4g protein · American

Chickpea Caesar Salad with Crispy Capers
#37

Chickpea Caesar Salad with Crispy Capers

This plant-based twist on the classic Caesar features roasted chickpeas in place of croutons and cri...

35 min · 310 cal · 13g protein · American

Greek Tzatziki Cucumber Noodle Salad
#38

Greek Tzatziki Cucumber Noodle Salad

This light and crisp cucumber noodle salad is tossed in a homemade tzatziki dressing loaded with fre...

20 min · 145 cal · 7g protein · Greek

Cold Sesame Soba Noodle Salad
#39

Cold Sesame Soba Noodle Salad

This cold sesame soba noodle salad is loaded with crisp vegetables and tossed in a rich nutty sesame...

25 min · 390 cal · 14g protein · Japanese

Thai Green Papaya Salad
#40

Thai Green Papaya Salad

This vibrant Thai street food classic combines shredded unripe papaya with a bold dressing of lime, ...

15 min · 120 cal · 4g protein · Thai

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