Salad

Massaged Kale Salad with Green Spelt

2. December 2022 0

This massaged kale salad is one of my favorite winter salad recipes and is a great alternative to traditional cooked kale. This easy salad...

Bulgur Chickpea Salad with Grilled Halloumi and Eggplant

27. June 2020 0

This bulgur chickpea salad is a simple vegetarian dish that when topped with grilled eggplant and halloumi makes for a delicious entree for lunch...

Miso Kohlrabi Apple Salad

12. September 2016 0

This crunchy miso kohlrabi apple salad tossed in a Japanese inspired miso dressing is the perfect way to introduce Germany’s darling to your table...

Papaya Avocado Salad in a Sweet Papaya Seed Dressing

22. February 2015 0

Fruit is a great addition to any salad. Try pairing creamy, buttery papaya and avocado with crisp red pepper and romaine lettuce. Together with...

Roasted Sweet Potato and Pear Salad with Bulgur

20. March 2020 0

This roasted sweet potato and pear salad with bulgur has eastern mediterranean influences. Sweet potato, pear and red onion are spiced with cumin, coriander,...

Belgian Endive Pink Grapefruit Salad with Joghurt Dressing

27. April 2015 0

In winter and early spring, grapefruits are plentiful and can be a refreshing addition to any salad. Sweet-tart pink grapefruit transforms slightly bitter endive...

Winter Pasta Salad with Roasted Vegetables & Buttermilk Dressing

23. January 2021 0

My favorite ever winter pasta salad is loaded up with vegetables, roasted to perfection. First there is roasted Tuscan kale — yes roasted! With...

Lentil Salad with Bell Pepper, Tomato and Herbs

1. September 2022 0

This healthy lentil salad is made with beluga lentils, summer tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, green onion, mixed herbs, and a simple red wine...

Smoked Trout Pasta Salad with Asparagus & Fennel

28. May 2021 0

This pasta salad with smoked trout is full of fresh spring flavours. It’s made with a healthy mix of green asparagus, fennel, radish and...

Roasted Beetroot Salad with Harissa-Yoghurt

10. February 2022 0

This beetroot salad with harissa dish is simple to make and incredibly tasty. I mean really tasty. Earthy beetroot loves flavour — big flavours!...

Classic Cobb Salad

5. January 2025 0

Let’s talk about Classic Cobb Salad—the ultimate hearty, protein-packed salad that’s big on flavour and totally indulgent. Think juicy, golden seared chicken, crispy bacon, creamy...

Roasted Feta and Tomato Lentil Salad

11. July 2017 0

If I am not spending an evening grooving on a chickpea salad, then it will likely be one with lentils... or grains. Okay. I'm...

Mediterranean Lentil Salad

8. June 2023 0

Meet my favorite Mediterranean Lentil Salad. It's quick, easy and full of happy sunshine! Sunshine that comes from all those tasty Mediterranean flavors of...

Chopped Thai Salad with Peanut Dressing

26. March 2022 0

Addictively delicious Thai salad with the tastiest ever peanut sauce! I love this loaded up veggie salad! It’s made with fresh, crunchy vegetables (cabbage,...

Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort

3. September 2019 0

Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort – what a delicious combo!! Toasted walnuts and blue cheese are a classic combo, but add...

Parsnip Salad with Chickpeas, Apple, Walnuts & Blue Cheese

4. April 2020 0

A roasted parsnip salad – who knew that something could taste so fantastic. This fall and winter-inspired salad is made with oven-roasted parsnips, chickpeas,...

Roasted Cherry Tomato Salad with Artichokes and Bocconcini in a Lemon...

9. April 2015 0

Roasting tomatoes brings out their rich and sweet flavor, and in this salad, roasted cherry tomatoes are combined with artichokes, the tasty ones, the...

Crunchy Beet and Carrot Slaw

11. May 2020 0

Loaded with color, texture and crunch. That's this candy cane beet and carrot slaw is. It is beautifully colored, bright-tasting and nutritious. Yes, there...

Orzo Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Red Pepper and Olives

13. August 2016 0

Summer was made for salads like this. Mediterranean salads such as this simple vegetarian orzo salad packed with light and fresh summery flavors. Sweet...

Asian Noodle Salad with Tender Greens

4. June 2014 0

This simple and delicious Asian noodle salad is topped with toasted sesame seeds, cilantro, red pepper and green onions. I sometimes even through...

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Everyday salad inspiration

Best salad recipes for every season

On Elle Republic you will find simple salad recipes that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main. They range from warm to cold, from classic to modern. In addition, you can expect to find recipes for classic pasta salad and potato salad to the creative ideas with quinoa or lentils. Above all, I also have a number of Asian-style salads with exotic dressings. There are also many main meal salads to satisfy veggie lovers. Plus lots of options for anyone following a vegan or vegetarian diet who are looking for a satifying main meal salad. With so many options, you’ll discover that salads can be enjoyed all year round.

Fresh ingredients and the right dressing are an important part of a good salad

You can find the freshest locally grown ingredients for a delicious and healthy salad at your local farmers market. And I recommend that you learn one or two homemade dressing recipes by heart. Once you have a go-to salad dressing, you can easily create a delicious salad with a variety of ingredients with no effort at all. French dressing is my favorite as it packs a lot of flavor, goes with everything and takes 2 minutes to make.

These best salad recipes make eating nutrient-dense foods easy and delicious

By browsing my recipe collection, you’ll discover that salads don’t always have to be a side dish. I especially like to have a salad as a main course for lunch or dinner. And by adding just a few additional ingredients you can easily make a salad rich and filling. Whether you add roasted vegetables, a grain, pasta or protein, a simple salad can easily be transformed into a hearty main. As an added bonus, you will find that most of my recipes also provide tips on how you can trade-out ingredients. There are also other tips and suggestions on how to make the recipe your own.