Textual Chef · recipe index

Salad recipes under 30 minutes

118 entries. Each page is the complete recipe — ingredients, quantities, and method — reproduced at working size.

• Ambrosia Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 8A retro American fruit salad of mandarin oranges, pineapple, maraschino cherries, coconut flakes, and mini marshmallows folded into whipped
• Antipasto Skewer Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Italian keto salad with salami, fresh mozzarella, olives, and roasted peppers tossed in a zesty red wine vinaigrette.
• 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 Chicken Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Crisp greens, shredded chicken, crunchy veggies, and mandarin oranges tossed in a sesame-ginger dressing for a fresh, flavorful lunch.
• 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
• Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A hearty keto salad loaded with shredded rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, romaine, cheddar, and a creamy ranch dressing.
• Beef Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 2A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring thinly sliced grilled beef tossed with fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Th
• 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 Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 6A classic American potluck salad with crisp raw broccoli florets, smoky bacon, sharp cheddar, and sunflower seeds all tossed in a tangy-swee
• 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
• 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
• Buckwheat Soba Sesame Salad23 min · Easy · Serves 4Nutty 100% buckwheat soba noodles tossed in a savory sesame-ginger dressing with crisp vegetables and toasted sesame seeds. Use noodles labe
• Buffalo Chicken Salad27 min · Easy · Serves 4Spicy pan-seared buffalo chicken strips served over crisp romaine with celery, carrots, and a drizzle of creamy blue cheese or ranch dressin
• Caesar Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4The timeless romaine Caesar salad with a creamy, garlicky anchovy dressing, shaved Parmesan, and crunchy homemade croutons. Bold umami flavo
• Caprese Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Italian salad made with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze. Simple yet elegant, it
• Caribbean Avocado and Tomato Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant, no-cook salad of creamy avocado, ripe tomatoes, and crisp red onion dressed with fresh lime, olive oil, and a hint of scotch bonn
• Carottes Rapees Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A simple French bistro staple of finely shredded raw carrots dressed with a bright lemon-Dijon vinaigrette and fresh parsley. Light, crisp,
• Carrot and Cumin Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright North African cooked carrot salad dressed with toasted cumin, harissa, lemon, and olive oil. Served warm or at room temperature, it
• 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 and Cabbage Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4Goi ga bap cai, the light and punchy Vietnamese shredded chicken salad tossed with crunchy cabbage, carrot, and fresh herbs in a bright fish
• Chicken Caesar Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 2Classic Caesar salad with grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons.
• Chicken Sesame Noodle Salad30 min · Medium · Serves 4A refreshing cold noodle salad with shredded chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet sesame dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a light
• Citrus Avocado Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Creamy avocado, segmented oranges, and thinly sliced fennel over mixed greens with a bright citrus-olive oil dressing. A refreshing Whole30-
• Citrus Beet and Arugula Salad with Walnuts15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant salad of earthy roasted beets, peppery arugula, toasted walnuts, and fresh orange segments dressed in a simple citrus vinaigrette.
• Classic Chicken Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Creamy chicken salad with celery, onions, and herbs. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or atop a bed of greens.
• Classic Tuna Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 3Creamy tuna salad with crunchy celery and tangy pickles. Perfect for sandwiches or served on a bed of lettuce.
• 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
• Cobb Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 2Classic American Cobb salad with rows of chicken, bacon, eggs, avocado, blue cheese, and tomatoes on a bed of lettuce.
• 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
• Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Crisp cucumber, ripe tomatoes, and creamy feta tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing with fresh herbs. A no-cook Medite
• Dubu Salad (Tofu Salad with Sesame Dressing)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A fresh Korean salad of silken or firm tofu layered over crisp lettuce and cucumbers, finished with a savory sesame-soy dressing and crunchy
• 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
• Fattoush Salad30 min · Easy · Serves 6Traditional Lebanese salad featuring fresh vegetables, herbs, and toasted pita bread tossed in a tangy sumac and lemon dressing.
• Frisee aux Lardons30 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic French bistro salad of bitter frisee topped with crispy bacon, a warm tangy vinaigrette, and a runny poached egg. Quick to assembl
• Goi Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Cabbage Salad)25 min · Easy · Serves 4A refreshing Vietnamese shredded chicken and cabbage salad tossed with bright nuoc cham dressing, fresh herbs, and crispy shallots. High in
• 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 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
• Kachumber Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A crisp, refreshing Indian chopped salad of cucumber, tomato, and red onion dressed with lemon juice, cumin, and fresh herbs. Ready in minut
• 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 Soybean Sprout Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Korean banchan of quickly blanched soybean sprouts dressed with sesame oil, garlic, and a touch of gochugaru for gentle heat. Crun
• 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
• Lebanese Cabbage Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright, crunchy Lebanese-style slaw tossed with lemon juice, olive oil, fresh mint, and a touch of sumac for a tangy finish. Ready in minu
• Macaroni Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 8A classic American deli-style macaroni salad with elbow macaroni, crisp vegetables, and a tangy-sweet creamy dressing. A cookout essential t
• 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
• Marinated Crab Claw Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender cooked crab claws marinated in a bright vinaigrette with herbs, olives, and crisp vegetables for a refreshing Cajun-style cold appeti
• 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.
• Mason Jar Salads20 min · Easy · Serves 4Portable, layered salads in mason jars that stay fresh for days. Perfect for meal prep and on-the-go lunches.
• Mediterranean Bulgur Salad with Chickpeas25 min · Easy · Serves 4Fine bulgur wheat and hearty chickpeas tossed with cucumber, tomato, herbs, and a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. A filling, plant-based gr
• Moroccan Carrot Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4Tender cooked carrots dressed with cumin, harissa, lemon, and fresh herbs in the North African tradition. Bright, spiced, and served warm or
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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 Salad Bowl30 min · Easy · Serves 2Protein-packed quinoa salad with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing. A nutritious and satisfying lunch option.
• 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
• 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
• Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4Fresh and vibrant Mediterranean salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese in a lemon-oregano dressing.
• Salade Lyonnaise30 min · Medium · Serves 2A classic Lyonnaise bistro salad of curly frisee topped with crispy lardon bacon, a poached egg, and warm shallot-Dijon vinaigrette. The run
• Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)15 min · Easy · Serves 4A crisp, refreshing Levantine salad of finely diced cucumber, ripe tomato, and fresh herbs dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice. A
• Seared Tuna Poke Salad25 min · Medium · Serves 4Sushi-grade tuna seared rare and sliced over a fresh poke salad of mixed greens, cucumber, edamame, avocado, and pickled ginger with a sesam
• Seven-Layer Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 8A classic American potluck salad built with layered lettuce, vegetables, bacon, peas, cheddar, and a tangy mayo dressing sealed on top. Best
• 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
• Shrimp Avocado Salad21 min · Easy · Serves 4Plump pan-seared shrimp paired with creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a bright lime-cilantro vinaigrette. Light, fresh, and rea
• 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
• Solterito Andean Corn and Lima Bean Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4A bright, fresh Peruvian chopped salad from Arequipa featuring corn, lima beans, tomatoes, and fresh cheese dressed with lime and olive oil.
• 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 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
• 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
• Taco Salad Bowl30 min · Easy · Serves 4A hearty Mexican-inspired salad with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and taco toppings in an edible tortilla bowl.
• 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 and Cannellini Bean Power Salad10 min · Easy · Serves 4A classic Italian-inspired no-cook salad of oil-packed tuna, creamy cannellini beans, red onion, capers, and arugula dressed in a bright lem
• 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
• Tuscan Bread and Tomato Salad with White Beans15 min · Easy · Serves 4A hearty riff on panzanella that adds creamy white beans to torn day-old bread, ripe tomatoes, basil, and a bold red wine vinegar dressing.
• Vegan Edamame Soba Noodle Salad20 min · Easy · Serves 4Chilled 100% buckwheat soba noodles tossed with shelled edamame, shredded carrots, and cucumber in a bright sesame-ginger dressing. Serve st
• 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
• 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
• Wedge Salad25 min · Easy · Serves 4A steakhouse staple featuring a crisp iceberg lettuce wedge topped with blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
• White Bean and Roasted Pepper Salad15 min · Easy · Serves 4A vibrant Spanish-inspired salad of creamy cannellini beans tossed with sweet roasted peppers, briny olives, and a bright sherry vinegar dre
• 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.
• 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

Cook it with the batch dial

Textual Chef is a plain-text cooking reference of 2,009 recipes. In the app, this entry scales itself — half, standard, or double batch, every quantity recomputed inside the step that uses it — and the ingredient list files itself into an aisle-ordered shopping list. No ads, no life stories, no photos of somebody else's dinner.

Open the appThe first 30 days are free.