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Published: November 28, 2022 Last Modified: December 1, 2022 By Sara 32 Comments

36 Healthy Salad Recipes

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Several images of healthy salad recipes such as vegetable salad, pear salad and black bean salad.
Several images of healthy salad recipes such as vegetable salad, pear salad and black bean salad.

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!

A group of pictures of healthy salad recipes like Greek salmon salad, three bean salad and grilled chicken salad.

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!

36 Healthy Salad Recipes

A collection of images of healthy salad recipes such as antipasto salad, Asian cucumber salad and black bean salad.
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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This recipe for antipasto salad is loaded with Italian meats, cheese and veggies, all tossed in a homemade zesty dressing.
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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This recipe for Asian cucumber salad is cucumbers and colorful veggies tossed in a zesty sesame dressing. The perfect quick and easy side dish!
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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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!
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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Asparagus salad with a serving spoon in it.
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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Tomato avocado salad with red onion and a cilantro lime dressing.
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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A bowl of BBQ chicken salad topped with a drizzle of ranch dressing.
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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A serving bowl of avocado tuna salad topped with cilantro.
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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A berry salad with raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and strawberries all in a honey based dressing.
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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A bowl of black bean salad with a serving spoon in it.
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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This blackberry apricot salad uses summer's finest produce and the creamy apricot poppyseed dressing is to die for!

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.

A group of healthy salad recipes like caprese salad, green bean salad and couscous salad.
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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Brussels sprout salad with shredded brussels sprouts, pomegranate, pecans, feta cheese, apples and bacon.
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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Caprese salad with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil leaves and balsamic glaze.
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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A bowl of couscous salad garnished with parsley.
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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Cherry tomato salad with halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls and red onion, all tossed with herbs and dressing.
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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A bowl of corn salad with avocado and tomato, all tossed in a lime dressing.
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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Cucumber feta salad with avocado, dill and red onions, all tossed in a Greek style dressing.
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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A bowl of fattoush salad with tomatoes, radishes and pita chips.
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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This spinach salad recipe is full of figs, roasted acorn squash, candied pecans and blue cheese and is finished off with a honey balsamic dressing.
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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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.
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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A bowl of green bean salad made with feta cheese, tomatoes, red onion and kalamata olives.

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.

A group of nutritious fresh dishes including taco salad, pear salad and Mediterranean salad.
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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Grilled chicken salad with bacon, veggies and blue cheese.
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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A bowl of Italian salad with cucumber, cheese and croutons.
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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Apple kale salad topped with bacon and pecans.
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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A bowl of Mediterranean salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and olives.
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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A bowl of Mexican corn salad topped with cheese and cilantro.
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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Panzanella salad with toasted bread cubes and fresh vegetables, all tossed in dressing.
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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A bowl of pear salad with pomegranate, blue cheese and candied pecans.
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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Quinoa salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions and olives.
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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Salmon salad made with seared salmon fillets, vegetables, avocado olives and feta cheese.
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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Taco salad made with ground beef, romaine lettuce and vegetables, topped with sour cream and tortilla strips.

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.

A group of fresh favorites like three bean salad, a wedge salad and tropical fruit salad.
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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A serving bowl of three bean salad topped with parsley.
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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A bowl of tropical fruit salad with mango, raspberries, papaya, kiwi and pineapple tossed in honey lime dressing.
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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A wedge salad topped with bacon, tomatoes and cheese.
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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A bowl of chopped vegetable salad garnished with parsley.
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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Cucumber salad in a serving bowl with sliced English cucumbers, red onion and fresh dill.
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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This winter fruit salad is a colorful variety of fresh fruit tossed in a light honey poppy seed dressing.

Bring some fresh and fun flavors into your meals with healthy salads. With so many amazing salads, which one will you try first?

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    Comments

    1. Caitlin says

      December 21, 2022 at 3:39 pm

      Such a great list of ideas! Saving to make a few soon.

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    2. rebecca says

      December 21, 2022 at 3:18 pm

      ouf that blackberry salad YUM! full of such great ingredients. there are lots of tasty salads here

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    3. Sisley White - Sew White says

      December 21, 2022 at 2:58 pm

      So many delicious salads. I can’t get wait to try them all. Bookmarked for healthy eating days.

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    4. Shadi says

      December 21, 2022 at 2:54 pm

      Oh wow, this looks so delicious. My family is going to devour it!

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    5. Shadi says

      December 21, 2022 at 2:53 pm

      These are perfect and looks delicious. Thank you for sharing healthy recipes.

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    6. Kathleen says

      December 21, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      What a fantastic list. You have everything here, fruit, grains and all sorts of vegetables. I can’t wait to get started making these.

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    7. Rhishikesh Gaikwad says

      May 7, 2021 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      Wow Superr!! looks absolutely amazing.. beautiful pictures too.. 🙂 thanks for sharing

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    8. Cassandra says

      April 21, 2021 at 8:42 pm

      I’ve been making the salads on the page the last few weeks, and my family says this is the BEST so far!

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    9. Sarah says

      April 20, 2021 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      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.

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    10. Kris says

      October 10, 2020 at 9:57 pm

      5 stars
      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!

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