Salad

Aunt Ilse’s Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing

3. September 2024 0

Was 'Caesar salad' invented by or named after Julius Caesar? Or did it originate from the Italian owner's of Caesar's restaurant in Tijuana? Whatever the...

Roasted Beet and Lentil Salad with Dijon-Balsamic Vinaigrette

6. February 2021 0

Roasted beet and lentil salad. Welcome to another favourite this season. A salad made with earthy roasted beets, sautéed shallots, beluga lentils, parsley, walnuts...

Celery Salad with Apple & Blue Cheese

4. June 2022 0

Crunchy celery salad with apple is a light and refreshing salad made with crisp celery stalks, tart apple, pleasantly bitter endive, fennel, parsley, blue...

Couscous Salad with Beetroot and Carrots

20. September 2023 0

A colourful couscous salad with beetroot and carrots is the perfect thing to kick off autumn. This couscous salad recipe is packed with good-for-you...

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...

Asparagus Orzo Salad with Herbs and Lemon

27. April 2019 0

To celebrate the spring season, I’m sharing this fresh, bright and irresistible asparagus orzo salad recipe. It’s bursting with fresh and zesty Mediterranean flavors....

Roasted Sweet Potato Quinoa Salad with Arugula

9. January 2018 0

This roasted sweet potato quinoa salad is filling, fresh and simply delicious. It's nourishing, sweet, crunchy and tangy combination of fluffy quinoa, tender roasted...

Barley Salad with Kaki, Pomegranate & Pine Nuts

8. December 2016 0

Of course at this time of year, I feel like I should be spending my time baking cookies and holiday treats AND of naturally...

Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

28. March 2016 0

Nothing beats a good orzo pasta salad recipe and this one is goooood. Quick and easy to make, I particularly love this recipe because...

Lemon-Dill Asparagus with Belgium Endive

28. April 2015 0

For me, asparagus signals the start of spring! The first signs are the purple and white varieties popping up at the farmers markets everywhere....

French Cucumber Salad with Crème Fraîche and Dill

30. August 2014 0

French cucumber salad with crème fraîche and fresh dill. Mmmm, it reeks of summer. One of the best smells of summer is fresh dill....

Crunchy Ramen Noodle Salad

12. June 2021 0

This crunchy ramen noodle salad recipe is quick and easy to make, tossed with a simple Asian-style vinaigrette, and perfect for picnics and BBQs,...

Brussels Sprout Apple Salad with Dijon Dressing

12. November 2022 0

This Brussels sprout apple salad is a simple, light and delicious side dish. A combination of shaved Brussels sprouts, sweet-tart apple, green onion, toasted...

Red Camargue & Wild Rice Salad

27. April 2024 0

Red Camargue & Wild Rice Salad – a delightful harmony of flavours and textures that's as nourishing as it is delicious! This vibrant dish...

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,...

Kale Salad with Roasted Vegetables, Lentils and Tahini Dressing

20. December 2018 0

Okay are you ready for it? This kale salad with roasted vegetables, lentils and tahini dressing is my new go-to winter salad. Really it's...

Purple Cauliflower Salad with Caper-Lemon-Dressing

1. August 2017 0

Purple cauliflower. Is it not beautiful? And you may be thinking “is this really natural?”. Yes, it is! As part of the Brassicaceae family,...

Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Capers

15. September 2016 2

This Mediterranean quinoa salad features amazing flavors, including lots of fresh basil and parsley, sweet red onion, oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, capers , and pine...

Roasted Sweet Potato Pear Salad with Quinoa

15. September 2015 0

Sweet Potato Pear Salad. This is the perfect salad for anyone that loves sweet. The deep roasted flavors of sweet potatoes and pears are...

Braised Belgium Endive with Blood Oranges

16. March 2015 0

If you’re a lover of Belgium endive and it’s pleasantly bitter flavor, then you are in luck! You’ll love it braised and bathing in...

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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.