25 Best Salad Recipes That’ll Make You Excited to Eat Your Greens

Caesar salad is about as classic as it gets. This recipe includes a classic savory dressing (with anchovies!), crunchy croutons, and plenty of shaved Parmesan cheese for topping. Serve it with a hearty cowboy steak for dinner.

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Ree Drummond isn’t above using a packet of ranch seasoning to make a semi-homemade dressing, but when you want the real deal, there’s this recipe. A trio of mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk ensure that it’s tangy and creamy, while chopped chives and parsley add bright, herbaceous notes.

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Looking for the perfect BBQ side dish? You’ve come to the right place! This cool and crunchy cucumber salad balances the flavor of sweet cucumbers, herbaceous dill, and sharp red onions.

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An old-fashioned savory staple at potlucks and backyard barbecues, this layered salad features a little bit of everything—hard-boiled eggs, crispy bacon, tomatoes, green onions, cheese, frozen peas, and a creamy dressing.

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Move aside, Caprese. This zhushed up salad features creamy burrata, an array of colorful tomatoes, tons of fresh basil, and a rich balsamic glaze.

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Purple cabbage shines in this crunchy, crowd-friendly salad. Unlike a typical coleslaw, this light and bright version is made with toasted pecans, green apples, and peppery arugula.

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There’s a reason why this salad is such a staple at dinner parties and potlucks alike. Ree’s version features two types of apples, sliced celery, toasted walnuts, grapes, and the classic creamy dressing.

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The hallmark of green goddess dressing are all of the fresh herbs that it is packed with, along with creamy avocado. Serve it over crisp greens with veggies like cabbage, snap peas, cucumbers, and scallions.

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When asparagus is in season, there are so many ways to cook with it. To make this salad, you’ll steam the asparagus slightly until they’re just tender, then toss with a honey-Dijon vinaigrette, bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, and tons of fresh herbs.

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When you want a salad that will pair with just about anything, try this crisp and crunchy side dish. A trio of baby kale, romaine, and Boston lettuce act as a bed for the other veggies and Parmesan dressing.

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Inspired by a classic Italian antipasto salad, this quick and easy salad includes pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, bocconcini, marinated artichoke hearts, salami, and so much more.