Garden Salad Recipes

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    Yummy Corn Chip Salad

    Corn chips give a special crunch and an unexpected flavor to this potluck favorite. Bacon adds a hint of smokiness, while the cranberries bring a touch of sweetness. It's the perfect picnic companion! —Nora Friesen, Aberdeen, Mississippi

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    California Burger Bowls

    Burgers are a weekly staple at our house year-round. Skip the fries, chips and bun—you won't need them with these...


    Fresh Green Bean Salad

    I had a green bean salad at a local deli and enjoyed it so much that I tried to re-create...


    Ground Beef Taco Salad

    In spring we look for something light and refreshing on the menu after the heavier comfort food of winter; this...


    Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

    After having a salad like this at a restaurant years ago, I came up with this recipe. It is especially...

    Hearty Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

    This warm, hearty spinach and bacon salad offers comfort at any meal. The glossy dressing features a hint of celery...


    Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad

    My sister-in-law introduced me to this colorful mandarin chicken salad with a delicious homemade dressing. I reduced the oil and...

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    Herbed Chicken Caesar Salad

    This chicken Caesar salad looks and tastes fancy but couldn't be easier to make. It's my husband's favorite dinner.—Kay Andersen,...


    Colorful Cornbread Salad

    When my garden comes in, I harvest the veggies for potluck dishes. I live in the South, and we think...


    Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Honey-Maple Vinaigrette

    This salad makes a beautiful presentation for the holidays with the bright colors of the sweet potatoes, cranberries and spinach....


    Layered Garden Bean Salad

    For easy entertaining, cover and refrigerate the salad a few hours before guests arrive so you don't have to bother...

    Crispy Asian Chicken Salad

    Asian flavor, crunchy almonds and crispy breaded chicken make this hearty salad something special. —Beth Dauenhauer, Pueblo, Colorado


    Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad

    My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling...


    Arugula & Brown Rice Salad

    When we have company, arugula with brown rice is always on the menu. It’s my go-to pick for the potluck...


    Berry Chicken Salad

    Bright berries and creamy goat cheese make this one a winner! —Wendy Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan


    BLT Bow Tie Pasta Salad

    This is one of our favorite cold pasta salad recipes. I first tried it at a family reunion, and...

    Spinach Chicken Salad

    Dazzle your hungry visitors with this crunchy salad. It showcases an interesting mixture of chicken, pasta, spinach and other vegetables....


    Copycat Olive Garden Salad and Dressing

    Love that creamy, sweet, tangy Olive Garden salad dressing? Us too! Here's the ultimate copycat recipe for the popular salad...


    Grilled Salmon Salad

    Need dinner on the table in a hurry? This grilled salmon salad is the healthy and delicious (not to mention...


    Special Shrimp Salad

    This colorful salad is so simple and refreshing anytime of the year. You'll be surprised how well creamy avocado and...


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    That Good Tuna Salad

    Make this versatile salad with the fresh veggies that are in season and the cheeses you have on hand. Serve...


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    23 Side Salad Recipes to Round Out Your Meal

    Add these simple side salad recipes to lunches or dinners to add color to your meal and get your daily...


    Boston Lettuce with Roasted Red Onions

    Forget boring tossed salads! This Boston lettuce salad will have your guests asking for the recipe. Top with bacon, or...


    BBLT Chopped Salad

    My original BLT chopped salad recipe called for lettuce. One day I didn't have any, so I substituted spinach. I...


    Minestrone-Style Shrimp Salad

    This shrimp salad is the perfect dish to serve as a small dinner for two. It's very light and refreshing....

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    Fattoush Salad

    This type of bread salad is very popular in the Middle East. It uses sumac, which is a distinctive spice...


    Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing

    This Thai salad is very fresh and flavorful. The peanut garnish adds a satisfying crunch. —James Schend,


    Tofu Salad

    To make the tofu extra crispy in this tofu salad recipe, we recommend draining some of the liquid and cooking...


    Thousand Island Dressing

    This sweet and tangy homemade Thousand Island dressing is a cinch to make. It's perfect for drizzling over your favorite...


    Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Salad

    My husband and sons love chicken with blue cheese, so I created this salad. You can even make the chicken...


    Green Salad with Shrimp and Wine Vinaigrette

    This veggie and seafood salad is light and versatile—you can use whatever vegetables you prefer. —Cecilia Flowers, Nashville, North Carolina