A simple and fresher version of potato salad that's perfect for summer cookouts, picnics, or anytime you want a delicious side dish.
Author: lutzflcat
Use a rotisserie chicken from the grocery, or make your own roasted chicken, for this recipe. The fruit brings a slightly sweet taste, and the celery and pecans give great texture. This chicken salad is...
Author: Bibi
Fresh veggies and a rich variety of seasonings make this a great springtime dish for a party or a family picnic! Garnish with tomatoes and parsley and serve with a spaghetti salad smile!
Author: CORWYNN DARKHOLME
I have looked all over for a great macaroni salad; this one is it! It's easy and is a huge hit at every function I take it to. The sauce for this is a great creamy sauce. I like my salads to have a lot...
Author: Mandy Franke
A cool, crisp salad adds crunch and contrast to any menu. You can also use dried cranberries and walnuts.
Author: Willow
I had this in a restaurant once and it was so good I had to go home and recreate it. I have it with spinach stuffed in a pita or sandwich. I've cut back on the dressing to keep the calorie count low but...
Author: Jen M.
A spinach salad that makes everyone love spinach!
Author: BLONDIEGIRLL69
This is a recipe I have worked on for a while and I think it is just about right. It goes well with just about anything from fried fish to hamburgers, and is to die for on a pulled pork sandwich. If you...
Author: R0XY24
This is a healthy and delicious salad. It has easy to find ingredients, it is easy to make, and it tastes like gourmet. Try to use a romaine/red leaf mixture; it's particularly good in this salad! You...
Author: Haley
A basic chicken salad recipe with red bell peppers and feta cheese. Try using tomato-basil feta for added flavor!
Author: CHELC44
Delicious salad of green beans, potatoes, red peppers, and goat cheese goes perfectly with chicken or pork. Experiment with other potato types such as purple and other soft cheeses, such as garlic and...
Author: Linda T
We love this recipe on a summer's day, but it works at any time of year.
Author: Jennifer Murray
Fresh roasted beets over a bed of baby spinach with tomatoes, avocados, onions and feta cheese drizzled with a balsamic dressing. You can cut this recipe in half for 4 servings, though it so good the next...
Author: monkeydoo3
With just a few things done ahead of time, your dinner can be a breeze.
Author: Marcy Dzurisin
Fattoush is one of the most well known Middle Eastern salads and a standard dish on the 'mezza' (small dishes) table. It's a colorful tossed salad with a lemony garlic dressing, and if you've never made...
Author: Sonja Taha
Author: Katie
A delicious black-eyed pea salad that is easy to make and looks beautiful at the table. Great for summer BBQs or potlucks. Tastes even better the next day!
Author: KOHLSMOMMY
This is a scrumptious combination of a favorite Southern restaurant's green bean side dish and potato salad. It's fabulous and your family will thank you. You can serve it right away, but it does well...
Author: Krissy
My daughter loves everything sour (vinegar and lemon in particular) so I made her this tart salad dressing with 2 types of vinegar and lemon juice. It goes great with red leaf lettuce or other mild salads....
Author: barbara
My German Potato Salad is made with vinegar, bacon, and onion and can be served warm or cold. A perfect hearty side dish for any occasion, from holiday dinners to BBQs!
Author: Julia Foerster
Very light flavor and low in calories. Originally meant to be a side dish I made some healthy substitutions and added shrimp. I usually serve with asparagus, the entire family loves it.
Author: Brandi Starr
Celery meets fennel, red onion, and parsley in this crunchy, refreshing salad dressed with lemon juice and olive oil. Chill for a few hours for best results.
Author: Danielle DePasquale
This cherry tomato-corn salad holds up well for summer picnics. Simply cut the raw corn from the cob -- no need to even cook it. Raisins are a surprise sweet addition.
Author: USA WEEKEND Pam Anderson
This is a quick rich and yummy ambrosia, perfect for a crowd. After not being happy with other recipes, I used bits and pieces of what I liked and made my own. Rich and creamy, it's a great dessert in...
Author: Carblover
I've been trying to create a coleslaw dressing with the lowest possible fat intake. This is as low as I could go without taking away the flavor. It's a family favorite and we use it with all kinds of meals,...
Author: Mandy
Author: Julia Child
Quinoa has a light, fluffy texture when cooked, and can be used as an alternative to white rice or couscous in most dishes. The arugula has a rich peppery taste, and has an exceptionally strong flavor...
Author: slmcm
My parents ate at a diner that served a pineapple coleslaw, and my Dad has tried to mimic it. This is me mimicking his imitation!
Author: Harmony
Peas, bacon, cheese, onions, celery, and mayo dressing are tossed together and chilled in this great summer salad.
Author: CarolTyson
Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
An easy, yet very yummy pasta salad. Almost any type of pasta may be used. Best if left to sit overnight.
Author: Katzen
This salad is a perfect side dish for any phase of the South Beach Diet, or any other diet for that matter, and it's an incredible tasting summer treat for anyone, whether or not you're on a diet. I think...
Author: mjkitty96
Low fat and filling. I use imitation crab in this, but it also works well with lobster, real crab and shrimp. For a tangy flavor, add 1 teaspoon mustard.
Author: Krista B
This is a tasty side dish that can be served as a vegetable or a salad. It's perfect for family gatherings.
Author: Diane H
A blend of spinach and three-cheese tortellini and marinated artichoke hearts. A perfect summer side dish or main dish! Try my Lite Italian Salad Dressing recipe with this salad!
Author: Lillian
This is different twist on cabbage slaw. It's very easy and the mango and honey make it sweet; no sugar in this recipe! Great by itself or wrap a corn tortilla around grilled tilapia and top with this...
Author: Randy Warner
A lovely salad with fresh blueberries, candied pecans, and blue cheese. The homemade salad dressing is the best and brings the flavors together nicely!
Author: Kathi Crawford
Spinach salad with blue cheese, walnuts, and dried cranberries. If you can't find walnut oil, olive oil may be substituted.
Author: Anonymous
Had this at my nephew's graduation party. Very good and not too sweet.
Author: lojoyner
A lovely fresh salad to accompany hot lamb dishes or simply to serve as salad with a BBQ.
Author: Andypoc
This is an easy supper for one or more, I'll tell you this one isn't a bore. Could be used as an entree or a main dish, for lunch or for supper whatever you wish.
Author: Melissa Bellemare
Delicious and nutritious! This salad is sure to please the crowd! And with so many options to mix and match to your tastes, you can't go wrong. You can play with the kale-to-quinoa ratio to make this your...
Author: Kicius
For my wedding shower everyone brought a few recipes and this is one of my favorites. It is refreshing and pretty. This salad also travels well, just save the dressing and use it just before serving.
Author: Mary J
Cuban salads typically are refreshing, yet uncomplicated, and they're always a nice addition to what often can be a heavy Cuban meal. Served with a loaf of crusty Cuban bread isn't a bad idea either!
Author: lutzflcat
By crushing our cucumber before we cut it, we produce flavors that un-smashed cukes can't. When you crush the cells in a vegetable, as opposed to cutting cleanly through them, certain compounds get mixed...
Author: Chef John
Sweet and tangy hot bacon dressing is tossed with slightly bitter frisee lettuce in this simple, but delish salad!
Author: Kim's Cooking Now
A take on a traditional Caprese, but modified into a light summer pasta salad that goes great with anything off the grill, or just on its own. When I eat it on its own, I sometimes add about a cup of any...
Author: Meghan