Stuck in a salad rut? Spice up your routine with these must-try recipes - everything from the ultimate Caesar and more go-to greens to picnic faves, five-star dressings and beyond. If you're looking for more warm-weather options, check out our top summer salad recipes.
"This is a great salad in every way. The Roquefort-and-apple combo can't be beat, and we loved the crunch of the sunflower seeds."
-evelyn/athens
"This ramen noodle salad is such an affordable, easy and tasty recipe."
-Raspberri_Skies
"I made this at home. My wife and I loved it and will be making it again!”
-Stationofplay90
"I can't believe I made this dressing in my own kitchen. I will never buy bottled blue cheese dressing again."
-Bev
"This Thousand Island dressing tastes better than store bought and is so incredibly easy to put together."
-Chef #617788
"I've tried many recipes for Greek salad, and this is definitely the best. I used a combo of romaine and head lettuce."
-CountryLady
"I'm not usually one for carrot salad but found myself eating this without stopping. I loved the herbs in it."
-Rita~
"I love the flavors in this salad. The cumin and chili give it a nice kick."
-yogi
"This pasta salad is light, refreshing and very flavorful — no mayo or heavy dressings with mega calories."
-*Parsley*
"This kale salad is way beyond five stars. The salty pecorino with the lemon juice gives the kale a fabulous flavor."
-Chef*Lee
"I've made these stuffed shells several times with many variations. They are portable, easy and delicious."
-Nancygirl
"This is really good restaurant-quality dressing. The proportion of vinegar and oil is just right, and the mustard adds a nice tang."
-Chris from Kansas
"I wouldn't change one thing about this Greek orzo salad. I wish I had made more based on how quickly it was eaten up."
-Andi of Longmeadow Farm
"We enjoyed this tasty and refreshing coleslaw. The sauce is creamy and flavorful but not overpowering."
-Baby Kato
"This cucumber salad made an excellent addition to an Indian-themed dinner. I used English cucumbers and Greek yogurt."
-PaulaG
"I loved the sweetness and flavor of this French dressing. It really makes you want to eat more salad."
-Lainey6605
"I like the Mandarin oranges in this salad — easy and festive. I used mixed greens from my garden and Vidalia onions."
-MA HIKER
"This is the bomb — it's got taste, simplicity and wins for all-time goodness."
-Andi of Longmeadow Farm
"My husband is a self-proclaimed broccoli hater but loves this salad. I have made it several times and rarely have leftovers."
-Cooking Mom of 7
"The ingredients in this salad meld together perfectly. You get bursts of flavor from the bacon, blue cheese, dressing and onion."
-ChefDLH
"I was anxious to try a variation of my standard spinach salad, and this one hit the spot. I love the sweet and sour flavor of the dressing."
-Claudia Dawn
"The parsley, lemon juice and green onions add a flavor that I've never experienced in a cucumber salad before."
-Krista Smith
"This arugula salad was delicious. The sesame gives a nice texture and goes well with the slightly peppery nuttiness of the arugula."
-HeatherFeather
"This is the best macaroni salad I have ever made. It was one of the most-popular dishes I served at our family get-together."
-ratherbeswimmin'
"I am now spoiled — any other Caesar salad I have will only pale in comparison to this one."
-Mark P
"Amazing! I added avocado and used fresh herbs in the dressing. I could eat this salad every day."
-Katanashrp
"This recipe has become a staple in my house. It's the only ranch dressing we will touch."
-smithsmith
"This is very good and the only quinoa recipe I could get my kids to eat. Plus, it's healthy and full of protein and veggies."
-Chef #377733
"This is potato salad the way I like it! It has just the right amount of ingredients, and the flavors blend together nicely."
-Mrs. DJ2
"This was a delicious green salad. The lemon juice was a nice change, and the pine nuts added a wonderful touch."
-nemokitty
"I always get compliments on this tomato salad. It's truly refreshing in the summer but also great during the winter."
-deborah.allen
"This is a very unique salad. One tip: Lightly season the squid at the start; you can always add more. I will be making this again."
-mersaydees
"This salad has a ton of flavor and is so easy to put together. While the pasta cooked, I was able to make the dressing and prep the veggies. This is my take-along lunch for the week."
-JackieOhNo!
"This endive salad has an outstanding contrast of sweet and tart. The dressing is so good that you may want to make extra."
-FLKeysJen
"This roasted vegetable salad is refreshing and comforting! It makes for a wonderful healthy side."
-Rita~
"The dressing is what makes this Applebee's copycat so delicious. I've been searching for this recipe for over 10 years and am thrilled I finally found the perfect one."
-Suzzanna
"This is a lovely salad dressing! The fresh flavors do not mask the ingredients in your salad but enhance them."
-Epi Curious
"This salad is beautiful and fresh-looking, and the flavors really pop. The creamy avocado balances it out perfectly."
-dukeswalker
"This is a great way of serving couscous. I especially enjoyed the combination of the tart green onion with the sweet cranberries and touch of spice."
-Lalaloula
"This Mexican chicken pasta salad has a nice mild flavor accentuated by cumin and cilantro. It's cool and refreshing and simple to make."
-Sue Lau
"This recipe looks wonderful on the table and tastes great. Next time, I think I'll try adding goat cheese or blue cheese."
-Cooks4_6
"This is so good. We loved the bold flavors and creamy texture of the dressing with the crunchy iceberg."
-acerast
"Our family enjoys the unique flavors that come together in this salad, especially the ginger and pineapple."
-rdzuroff
"These are the best homemade croutons I have ever tasted. I will be using this recipe from now on."
-gwynn
