These healthy salad recipes are perfect for anyone looking to add a little more nutrition to their diet with favorites like grilled chicken salad, winter fruit salad and three bean salad.
Enjoy a wide variety of green salads, chopped salads, colorful fruit salads, chicken salads, seafood salads and plenty more healthy offerings!
Striving toward a better you? Healthy salad recipes are not hard to find, in fact, they are EVERYWHERE.
These healthy salad recipes look so mouthwatering that it’s hard to comprehend that they are SO good for you. I am a fan of a big, hearty salad. Some of these recipes take the term ‘salad’ to a whole new level. I could literally eat them for days. You can too!
Take a look at my top 36 healthy salad recipes to start you off in the right direction. You can enjoy a wide variety of salad combinations with amazing flavors! You could have a new one each day of the month to try them all out.
Come back and tell me your favorites, and if you made any alterations or found a new creation you think should go on the list! You’ll also want to take a look at my lists of other healthy recipes, including 30 Meal Prep Recipes, 30 Healthy Recipes, 26 Healthy Snack Recipes and 25 Healthy Zoodle Recipes for more inspiration.
36 Healthy Salad Recipes
Antipasto Salad
This recipe for antipasto salad is loaded with Italian meats, cheese and veggies, all tossed in a homemade zesty dressing.
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Asian Cucumber Salad
This recipe for Asian cucumber salad is cucumbers and colorful veggies tossed in a zesty sesame dressing. The perfect quick and easy side dish!
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Asian Noodle Salad
This easy Asian noodle salad recipe is ramen noodles and colorful veggies all tossed in a sesame hoisin dressing. The perfect side dish for any summer celebration!
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Asparagus Salad
This asparagus salad is tender asparagus, tomatoes, olives, red onion and radishes, all tossed in a homemade dressing and topped with feta cheese. A unique and delicious springtime salad that is sure to get rave reviews!
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Tomato Avocado Salad
This tomato avocado salad is a zesty blend of avocado, tomato, cilantro, jalapeno and red onion, all tossed in a lime dressing. A simple yet satisfying dish that is great for picnics and potlucks.
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BBQ Chicken Salad
This BBQ chicken salad is a fresh and colorful combination of grilled BBQ chicken, veggies, cheese, beans and tortilla strips, all tossed in ranch dressing. WAY better than the California Pizza Kitchen version!
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Avocado Tuna Salad
This avocado tuna salad is loaded with chunks of tuna, avocado and colorful veggies for a fresh and lighter take on the classic dish! It's the perfect lunch or dinner that's packed with protein and nutrition.
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Berry Fruit Salad
This berry fruit salad is a combination of blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries, all tossed in an easy honey lime poppy seed dressing. This berry salad is a must-make for all your summer celebrations!
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Black Bean Salad
This black bean salad is a colorful and refreshing blend of beans, corn, peppers, herbs and avocado, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. A quick and easy salad that pairs well with grilled meats, and makes for a perfect light lunch.
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Blackberry Salad
This blackberry salad is full of summer’s finest fresh produce and is topped with a creamy apricot poppy seed dressing.
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What type of salad is healthiest?
The healthiest salads start with dark leafy greens and incorporate vibrant colored vegetables and/or fruit. Healthy salads may also contain grains like quinoa or nuts. A healthy salad has a dressing that’s not loaded with large amounts of oil, mayonnaise or other type of fat.
Brussels Sprout Salad
This Brussels sprout salad is made with shredded Brussels sprouts, apples, pomegranate, bacon, pecan and feta cheese, all tossed in a sweet and savory dressing. The ultimate fall and winter salad that’s full of flavor and texture.
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Caprese Salad
This traditional caprese salad is a blend of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil and seasonings, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. A classic summer salad that is a must-have at any picnic or gathering!
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Couscous Salad
This Mediterranean couscous salad is pearl couscous with vegetables and feta cheese, all tossed in a homemade dressing. A quick and easy side dish that's fresh, colorful and always gets rave reviews.
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Cherry Tomato Salad
This summery cherry tomato salad is made with ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, herbs and red onions, all tossed in a light garlic and herb dressing. A fun take on the classic caprese salad!
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Corn Salad
This corn salad is filled with sweet corn kernels, avocado, tomato, jalapeno and red onion, all tossed in a zesty cilantro lime dressing. An easy and colorful side dish that pairs well with chicken, beef and seafood.
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Cucumber Feta Salad
This cucumber feta salad is loaded with sliced cucumbers, avocado, fresh dill, red onion and feta cheese, all tossed in a Greek style dressing. A refreshing salad that’s ready in just 10 minutes!
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Fattoush Salad
This fattoush salad is a blend of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, herbs and pita chips, all tossed in a lemon dressing. A light and refreshing salad that's the perfect side dish to grilled chicken, fish or beef.
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Fig Spinach Salad
A fig salad full of spinach, figs, blue cheese, roasted acorn squash and candied pecans, all tossed in a balsamic dressing. A unique fall salad option!
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Chopped Greek Salad
This recipe for chopped greek salad is a variety of fresh vegetables with chickpeas, creamy feta cheese and olives, all tossed in a greek lemon and herb vinaigrette.
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Green Bean Salad
This green bean salad is made with fresh green beans, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives, all tossed in a Greek style dressing. An easy and satisfying salad that’s full of bright flavors and colors.
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Is it healthy to eat a salad every day?
Get your recommended amount of fruits and vegetables by eating a salad every day! Be sure to choose a variety of fresh produce and limit dressings that are high in fat and calories.
Grilled Chicken Salad
This grilled chicken salad is tender marinated chicken that's grilled to perfection then served over lettuce with bacon, avocado, corn, blue cheese and tomatoes. A hearty salad that's packed with flavor and also happens to be full of nutrition.
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Italian Salad
This Italian salad is a blend of fresh greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, cheese and croutons, all tossed together in a homemade dressing. A colorful and easy salad that is quick to make and always gets rave reviews from family and friends!
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Kale Salad
This kale salad is loaded with apples, bacon, pomegranate, feta cheese and pecans, all tossed together in a homemade dressing. A fresh and vibrant salad that’s the perfect side dish for any occasion.
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Mediterranean Salad
This Mediterranean salad is a blend of tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, olives and feta, all tossed together in a homemade dressing. A quick and easy side dish option that's perfect for parties and always gets rave reviews!
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Mexican Corn Salad
This Mexican corn salad is corn kernels and vegetables tossed in a creamy lime dressing, then topped with cotjita cheese. A twist on the classic Mexican street corn that’s easy to eat and perfect for a potluck!
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Panzanella Salad
This panzanella salad is tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, cucumber and toasted bread cubes, all tossed in a homemade dressing. A fresh and light salad that's perfect for summer entertaining!
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Pear Salad
This pear salad recipe is mixed greens with fresh sliced pears, pomegranate seeds, blue cheese and candied pecans, all tossed in a homemade balsamic dressing. A fresh and colorful salad option that pairs perfectly with chicken, fish and pork.
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Quinoa Salad
This recipe for Mediterranean quinoa salad is full of fresh vegetables, feta cheese and olives, tossed in a lemon and herb dressing and topped with herbs. It’s a light and colorful addition to any meal!
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Salmon Salad
This Greek salmon salad is seared salmon fillets with cucumber, tomato, olives, red onion, avocado and feta cheese, all tossed in a garlic and herb dressing. A lighter meal option that’s fresh, colorful and totally delicious!
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Taco Salad
This taco salad recipe combines ground beef, lettuce, beans, cheese, tomatoes, tortilla strips and avocado, all tossed in a zesty dressing. A fun and festive salad that’s perfect for a lighter main course or as a side dish at a potluck.
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What salad dressing is best for you?
Vinaigrette style dressings taste amazing and often contain heart healthy oils like olive oil. Steer clear of dressings that contain mayonnaise, cheese and other high calorie ingredients.
Three Bean Salad
This three bean salad is a blend of kidney beans, green beans and garbanzo beans, all tossed in a sweet and sour dressing. A classic salad that’s easy to make and is the perfect addition to almost any meal!
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Tropical Fruit Salad
This recipe for tropical fruit salad is a colorful mixture of mango, pineapple, papaya, kiwi and raspberries tossed in a honey lime dressing.
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Wedge Salad
This wedge salad recipe is chunks of iceberg lettuce topped with homemade blue cheese dressing, bacon, tomatoes and chives. A classic salad that's easy to make, yet elegant enough to serve to company.
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Vegetable Salad
This vegetable salad is a fresh and colorful blend of chopped corn, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, peppers and green beans, all tossed together with fresh herbs in a homemade dressing. A quick and easy side dish that pairs well with grilled meats, salmon or shrimp.
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Cucumber Salad
This classic cucumber salad is a blend of thinly sliced cucumbers, red onion and fresh dill, all tossed together in a sweet and tangy dressing. An easy and refreshing salad that takes just minutes to put together.
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Winter Fruit Salad
This winter fruit salad is a colorful variety of fresh fruit tossed in a light honey poppy seed dressing.
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Bring some fresh and fun flavors into your meals with healthy salads. With so many amazing salads, which one will you try first?
Such a great list of ideas! Saving to make a few soon.
ouf that blackberry salad YUM! full of such great ingredients. there are lots of tasty salads here
So many delicious salads. I can’t get wait to try them all. Bookmarked for healthy eating days.
Oh wow, this looks so delicious. My family is going to devour it!
These are perfect and looks delicious. Thank you for sharing healthy recipes.
What a fantastic list. You have everything here, fruit, grains and all sorts of vegetables. I can’t wait to get started making these.
Wow Superr!! looks absolutely amazing.. beautiful pictures too.. 🙂 thanks for sharing
I’ve been making the salads on the page the last few weeks, and my family says this is the BEST so far!
It was delicious! I didn’t have cabbage, so I shredded romaine, and I added hard boiled eggs for some protein. The dressing was by far the best part. Yum!! Great recipe.
This was so good! Even my kid who doesn’t like salad enjoyed it. We had to modify the peanut sauce a bit as my family prefers a thinner swine, but yum! Thanks for the great recipe!