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• Ambrosia Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 8A retro American fruit salad of mandarin oranges, pineapple, maraschino cherries, coconut flakes, and mini marshmallows folded into whipped
• Apple Fennel Slaw15 min · Easy · Serves 4Crisp shaved fennel and tart green apple tossed in a bright lemon-Dijon vinaigrette with fresh dill. A light, anise-scented no-cook slaw tha
• Asian Sesame Slaw15 min · Easy · Serves 4Shredded napa and red cabbage tossed with carrots, edamame, and scallions in a savory sesame-ginger dressing. Crunchy, vibrant, and ready in
• Avocado Chicken Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Creamy, no-cook chicken salad made with ripe avocado instead of mayo, tossed with crisp celery, red onion, and a squeeze of lime. Low-carb a
• Avocado Grapefruit Arugula Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Peppery arugula layered with creamy avocado and juicy grapefruit segments, dressed with a bright honey-citrus vinaigrette. A refreshing no-c
• Beet and Walnut Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender roasted beets, crunchy toasted walnuts, and fresh herbs dressed with a tangy red wine vinaigrette - a vibrant Eastern European salad
• Beet and Walnut Salad with Tahini20 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender roasted or vacuum-packed beets paired with crunchy toasted walnuts on a silky tahini-lemon dressing, finished with fresh mint and a p
• Black Bean Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 6A vibrant and zesty salad featuring black beans, corn, avocado, and tomatoes tossed in a lime-cilantro dressing. This versatile dish works a
• Black-Eyed Pea Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 6A vibrant, no-cook Southern salad of canned black-eyed peas tossed with crisp bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and a tangy apple cider vine
• Broccoli Bacon Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 8A crowd-pleasing American classic featuring crisp broccoli, smoky bacon, cheese, and dried cranberries in a creamy dressing. Perfect for pot
• Broccoli Stem Slaw20 min · Easy · Serves 4A fresh, crunchy slaw that transforms often-discarded broccoli stems into a delicious side dish. Julienned stems combined with carrots, red
• Brown Rice Edamame Salad50 min · Easy · Serves 4A nutritious grain salad with chewy brown rice, shelled edamame, shredded carrots, cucumber, and a savory sesame-ginger dressing. Packed wit
• Brussels Sprout Slaw with Apple and Pecans20 min · Easy · Serves 4Shaved raw Brussels sprouts tossed with crisp apple, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and Parmesan in a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing
• Cajun Potato Salad40 min · Easy · Serves 6A bold, creamy potato salad seasoned with Cajun spices, yellow mustard, and hot sauce - a Louisiana staple that's traditionally served along
• Carrot Raisin Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic American deli-style salad of shredded carrots and plump raisins bound in a sweet, tangy mayonnaise dressing. Quick to prepare and
• Chicken Caesar Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 2Classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons.
• Coban Salatasi (Shepherd's Salad)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Turkish salad of finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil and lemon juice. Simple and crisp, it
• Cold Sesame Chicken Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Poached chicken breast is shredded and tossed with a rich, nutty sesame-peanut dressing, cucumber matchsticks, and scallions for a refreshin
• Corn and Avocado Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A simple, vibrant summer salad of sweet corn, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro with a fresh lime dressing. No cooking required
• Cucumber Dill Salad (Mizeria)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Polish salad of thinly sliced cucumbers dressed with sour cream, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice - cool, creamy, and ready
• Edamame Lentil Crunch Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant no-cook salad packed with shelled edamame, ready-to-eat lentils, crunchy vegetables, and a bright lemon-tahini dressing that deliv
• Ensalada Rusa Peruvian Potato Beet Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 6A Peruvian take on Russian-style potato salad, combining diced cooked potatoes, beets, carrots, and peas in a creamy mayonnaise dressing wit
• Ensaladang Talong Grilled Eggplant Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4A smoky Filipino salad of whole eggplants charred directly over a flame, then peeled and dressed with tomatoes, onion, and a tangy vinegar d
• Farro Salad50 min · Easy · Serves 4A hearty Italian grain salad with nutty farro, roasted vegetables, arugula, and Parmesan tossed in a lemon herb dressing. Satisfying and pac
• Greek Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Mediterranean salad of ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese tossed in a simple oregano-laced olive oil dressing. Brigh
• Green Banana and Saltfish Salad40 min · Easy · Serves 4A Caribbean classic combining boiled green bananas with flaked salted codfish, crisp vegetables, and a bright lime dressing. This satisfying
• Green Papaya Salad20 min · Medium · Serves 4A vibrant Thai salad (Som Tum) featuring shredded unripe papaya with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and savory flavors, dressed wi
• Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad23 min · Easy · Serves 4Sweet caramelized grilled peaches paired with creamy burrata, peppery arugula, and a honey-balsamic drizzle for an elegant summer salad.
• Grilled Romaine with Blue Cheese23 min · Easy · Serves 4Halved romaine hearts get a quick char on the grill, then topped with tangy blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles, and cherry tomatoes
• Grilled Shrimp Mango Avocado Salad28 min · Easy · Serves 4Smoky chili-lime grilled shrimp served over mixed greens with ripe mango, creamy avocado, and a bright cilantro-lime dressing. A vibrant Pal
• Groundnut and Spinach Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant West African-inspired salad of fresh baby spinach, roasted groundnuts (peanuts), mango, and red onion tossed in a tangy ginger-lim
• Hijiki Seaweed and Carrot Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Japanese nimono side dish of earthy dried hijiki seaweed and sweet julienned carrot braised in a savory-sweet soy and mirin sauce,
• Israeli Couscous Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4A hearty Mediterranean salad with toasted pearl couscous, roasted red peppers, cucumber, fresh herbs, and a lemon-cumin vinaigrette. Filling
• Jicama and Orange Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A refreshing Mexican salad of crisp jicama and sweet navel oranges tossed with lime juice, chili powder, and fresh mint - perfect as a light
• Kale Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender massaged lacinato kale tossed with shaved Parmesan, toasted almonds, lemon vinaigrette, and dried cranberries. Massaging the kale tra
• Karedok Raw Vegetable Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4A Sundanese Indonesian raw vegetable salad tossed in a punchy fresh peanut sauce made with galangal and shrimp paste. Unlike Gado-Gado, ever
• Kisir (Bulgur Salad)25 min · Easy · Serves 6A tangy, herb-packed Turkish bulgur salad mixed with tomato paste, pomegranate molasses, green onions, parsley, and fresh vegetables. Plan a
• Korean Spinach Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Blanched spinach dressed with sesame oil, garlic, and soy sauce, a classic banchan side found on every Korean table. Ready in minutes and se
• Kosambari20 min · Easy · Serves 4A South Indian no-cook salad made with soaked yellow split peas (moong dal), grated carrot, fresh coconut, and a tempered mustard seed and c
• Lentil Salad35 min · Easy · Serves 4A French-inspired salad of firm green lentils tossed with shallots, Dijon mustard vinaigrette, and fresh herbs. Earthy, protein-rich, and sa
• Mango Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant and refreshing salad with sweet mangoes, crisp vegetables, and herbs tossed in a tangy lime dressing with a spicy kick. The perfec
• Maroulosalata (Romaine Dill Salad)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright, refreshing Greek spring salad of thinly shredded romaine tossed with fresh dill, scallions, and a simple lemon-olive oil dressing.
• Musaengchae (Spicy Radish Salad)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Korean banchan of julienned daikon radish tossed with gochugaru, garlic, and rice vinegar. Crunchy, tangy, and mildly spicy - read
• Nicoise Salad40 min · Medium · Serves 4A classic French composed salad featuring tuna, hard-boiled eggs, green beans, potatoes, and olives over a bed of lettuce with a Dijon vinai
• Nopales Salad27 min · Medium · Serves 4A vibrant Mexican salad of cleaned cactus paddles tossed with tomato, onion, cilantro, and a tangy lime dressing - bright, earthy, and packe
• Olivier Potato Salad45 min · Easy · Serves 6Russia's beloved holiday salad of diced boiled potatoes, carrots, eggs, pickles, peas, and bologna or ham bound in creamy mayonnaise dressin
• Orange and Olive Salad with Cumin15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Moroccan no-cook salad of juicy orange slices and briny olives dressed simply with cumin, a touch of cinnamon, fresh mint, and oli
• Orzo Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 6A summery pasta salad with rice-shaped orzo, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, feta, and a bright lemon-oregano vinaigrette. Light enough to eat
• Panzanella25 min · Easy · Serves 4A Tuscan bread salad where toasted ciabatta soaks up the juices of ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. Rustic and
• Pasta Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 6A vibrant pasta salad loaded with Italian flavors, including salami, mozzarella, olives, and fresh vegetables tossed in a zesty herb dressin
• Pea and Mint Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A delightfully light spring salad of sweet green peas, fresh mint, shaved Parmesan, and arugula with a lemon dressing. Vibrant green, crisp,
• Pesto Zoodle Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with vibrant basil pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan - a no-cook, low-carb salad that ea
• Pickle Pasta Salad32 min · Easy · Serves 6Cool, tangy pasta salad loaded with crunchy dill pickles, sharp cheddar, and fresh dill in a creamy pickle-brine dressing; the dill-pickle-o
• Pico de Gallo15 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright, fresh Mexican salsa made with ripe tomatoes, white onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice - no cooking required.
• Politiki Salata (Cabbage Carrot Salad)20 min · Easy · Serves 6A tangy, crunchy Greek salad from the Constantinople tradition, made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and celery dressed in a bright lemon-ol
• Quinoa Tabbouleh with Pomegranate35 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright, refreshing twist on classic tabbouleh using protein-rich quinoa in place of bulgur, tossed with masses of fresh parsley, mint, tom
• Red Cabbage Slaw15 min · Easy · Serves 6A vibrant, tangy slaw of shredded red cabbage, carrots, and scallions tossed in an apple cider vinegar dressing. No mayo needed - crisp, col
• Roasted Beet and Walnut Salad with Feta60 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender oven-roasted beets are paired with toasted walnuts, creamy feta, and peppery arugula, finished with a honey-balsamic vinaigrette. Thi
• Roasted Cauliflower and Apple Salad40 min · Easy · Serves 4Golden roasted cauliflower florets tossed with crisp apple, toasted pumpkin seeds, arugula, and a bright apple cider vinaigrette. A Whole30-
• Roasted Vegetable Salad45 min · Easy · Serves 4A warm or room-temperature salad of caramelized roasted vegetables over dressed peppery arugula, finished with goat cheese and a balsamic re
• Rujak Spicy Fruit Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Indonesian street snack of fresh tropical fruit tossed in a bold tamarind-palm sugar-chili sauce that balances sweet, sour, and sp
• Salada de Maionese (Brazilian Potato Salad)45 min · Easy · Serves 6A creamy Brazilian potato salad made with boiled potatoes, carrots, peas, and hard-boiled eggs coated in a generous mayonnaise dressing. Oft
• Shirazi Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Refreshing Persian salad of finely diced cucumber, tomato, and onion dressed with lime juice and olive oil, a perfect side dish for any meal
• Smashed Cucumber Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Rustic smashed cucumbers marinated in a bold Chinese dressing of garlic, chili oil, rice vinegar, and sesame for a refreshing salad with cra
• Smashed Cucumber Salad with Garlic10 min · Easy · Serves 4Crisp cucumbers are smashed to create jagged edges that absorb a bold garlic, black vinegar, and chili oil dressing in this refreshing cold
• Southern Cucumber and Onion Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Southern side of crisp cucumber and sweet onion slices marinated in a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing. Plan ahead: the salad is
• Southwest Black Bean and Corn Quinoa Salad35 min · Easy · Serves 4Hearty vegan quinoa salad loaded with black beans, charred corn, roasted peppers, and avocado, tossed in a smoky cumin-lime dressing. Protei
• Southwest Steak Salad25 min · Medium · Serves 2Hearty salad with grilled steak, black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing. A satisfying and protein-packed meal.
• Spinach Bacon Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 4A warm-dressed spinach salad with crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and mushrooms, finished with a tangy hot bacon vinaigrette that lightly wi
• Sprouted Moong Bean Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A crisp, protein-rich Indian salad made with sprouted mung beans, tomato, cucumber, and red onion, dressed with lemon juice and cumin. Eaten
• Steak and Blue Cheese Salad35 min · Medium · Serves 4Seared strip steak sliced over crisp romaine and peppery arugula, topped with crumbled blue cheese, candied walnuts, and a red wine vinaigre
• Strawberry Spinach Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A beautiful spring salad of baby spinach, fresh strawberries, sliced almonds, and goat cheese tossed with a sweet poppy seed vinaigrette. Sw
• Street Corn Salad (Esquites)30 min · Easy · Serves 6A vibrant, off-the-cob version of Mexican street corn (elote) featuring charred corn kernels tossed with creamy, tangy lime dressing, cotija
• Sunomono (Cucumber Salad)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A light and refreshing Japanese cucumber salad with a tangy rice vinegar dressing. This simple yet elegant dish is the perfect palate cleans
• Tabbouleh20 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright Lebanese herb salad built on mountains of fresh flat-leaf parsley and mint, with fine bulgur, diced tomatoes, and a lemony olive oi
• Thai Larb Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 4A zesty Thai minced chicken salad tossed with lime juice, fish sauce, fresh herbs, and toasted rice powder for an addictive crunch. Served a
• Three Bean Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 6A classic American picnic salad of kidney beans, chickpeas, and green beans in a sweet-tangy apple cider vinegar dressing with celery and on
• Tricolore Arugula Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright Italian three-color salad of peppery arugula, creamy fresh mozzarella, and ripe tomatoes dressed in a simple lemon and extra-virgin
• Tuna Avocado Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 2A creamy no-cook salad combining flaked albacore tuna with ripe avocado, crisp celery, red onion, and a bright lemon-Dijon dressing - light,
• Tuna White Bean and Arugula Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Italian pantry salad combining oil-packed tuna and creamy cannellini beans on a bed of peppery arugula, finished with lemon and ca
• Vietnamese Vermicelli Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright Vietnamese rice noodle bowl (bun) loaded with fresh herbs, shredded lettuce, bean sprouts, pickled carrots, cucumber, and a tangy n
• Vinaigrette Beet Salad (Vinegret)40 min · Easy · Serves 6A classic Russian composed salad of diced beets, boiled potatoes, carrots, pickles, and kidney beans dressed in a light oil-and-vinegar dres
• Wafu Tofu and Tomato Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Silken tofu and ripe tomatoes dressed in a light Japanese-style ponzu and sesame dressing with fresh ginger and green onion. A cooling, no-c
• Waldorf Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic American salad of crisp apples, celery, walnuts, and grapes bound together with a creamy mayonnaise dressing. Sweet, crunchy, and
• Watergate Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 8A light, fluffy no-bake dessert salad made with crushed pineapple, pistachio pudding mix, whipped topping, marshmallows, and pecans. Sweet,
• Watermelon Feta Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 6A refreshing summer salad that perfectly balances sweet juicy watermelon with tangy feta cheese, crisp cucumber, and aromatic mint. This vib
• White Bean and Tuna Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A simple Italian pantry salad of cannellini beans and flaked tuna dressed with lemon, garlic, and olive oil, with a handful of fresh herbs.
• Wild Rice and Cranberry Salad65 min · Easy · Serves 6Nutty wild rice tossed with sweet dried cranberries, toasted pecans, celery, and a simple apple cider vinaigrette. An earthy, harvest-style
• Wood Ear and Cilantro Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Rehydrated wood ear mushrooms are tossed with fresh cilantro, sliced chilies, and a bright garlic-vinegar dressing for a crunchy, cooling sa
• Yum Woon Sen Glass Noodle Salad35 min · Easy · Serves 4A tangy and spicy Thai salad of silky glass noodles tossed with plump shrimp, ground pork, crunchy vegetables, and a bright lime-fish sauce
• Zaalouk Smoky Eggplant and Tomato Salad55 min · Easy · Serves 4A Moroccan cooked salad of charred eggplant and jammy tomatoes simmered with cumin, paprika, and garlic into a rich, spreadable dip. Served

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