Salad

“Homestead” Lemon and Avocado Dressing

17. June 2014 0

I really love a good avocado. My favorite way to eat one is sliced in half, core removed, drizzled with olive oil and a...

Roasted Carrots with Harissa, Butter Beans and Yoghurt Sauce

18. September 2021 0

These colourful roasted carrots with harissa make a simple and bold side dish that’s delicious enough to be enjoyed as a main. Colorful heirloom...

Moroccan Cauliflower and Lentils with Yoghurt Dressing

17. March 2023 0

Moroccan cauliflower with lentils — a delicious combination. Cauliflower is spiced with ras el hanout and is roasted in the oven then tossed with...

New Potato Beet Salad

7. July 2024 0

This New Potato Beet Salad is here to elevate your meal game with its earthy sweetness, tender new potatoes, and a zingy mustard dressing....

Wild Rice Salad with Mushrooms and Herbs

31. August 2019 0

Rice Salad with Mushrooms and Herbs. Sounds pretty straight forward, right? Well this rice salad is a little different. It has what I can...

Spanish Orzo Pasta Salad with Potatoes & Green Beans

11. August 2018 0

This Spanish orzo pasta salad is a delicious way to enjoy a fresh tasting summer salad which takes advantage of in-season-now crisp green beans,...

Chickpea Salad with Carrots and Zucchini

3. June 2017 0

Healthy, flavorful, filling and fast! There’s so much good going on here with this simple chickpea salad. The carrots and zucchini get julienned into...

Roasted Cherry Tomato Lentil Salad

8. August 2016 0

It's time for the best cherry tomato lentil salad ever. One with a delicious array of simple flavors. Summer flavors. Humble little beluga lentils...

Avocado Salad with Papaya and Sweet Red Onion

12. August 2015 0

The combination of papaya, avocado, sweet red onion and cilantro is a perfect match. It’s what I call a summer papaya salad of the...

Asian Cucumber Noodle Salad

20. January 2015 2

I love the thought of zucchini noodles but I can’t convince my favorite Schwabe of their worthiness. He claims that no zucchini compares to...

Brussels Sprout Salad with Sweet Potatoes & Chickpeas

19. November 2020 0

If you love caesar salad, then you are bound to love this Brussels sprouts salad recipe. It’s not a classic raw Brussels sprouts salad...

Salad with Smoked Salmon, Orange & Fennel

7. May 2022 0

This salad with smoked salmon is one favourite kinds of salads. It’s light, fresh tasting, and packed with flavor. It’s made with sweet orange,...

Peach Panzenella Salad

18. August 2023 0

This Italian Peach Panzanella Bread Salad recipe is the ultimate summer salad. Unlike the original Tuscan recipe, which involves soaking stale bread, this version...

Curry Roasted Cauliflower Salad

2. November 2024 0

This Curry Roasted Cauliflower Salad is everything you crave in a veggie dish—easy to make, vibrant, and bursting with flavour. Tender roasted cauliflower, caramelised onions, sweet-tart...

Summer Salad with Strawberries, Tomatoes, Mint & Basil

8. June 2019 2

Summer in a bowl is what this salad with strawberries, tomatoes, mint and basil is! This salad is loaded with fresh strawberries! And then...

Spring Asparagus Pasta Salad

8. April 2018 0

Spring has finally arrived!! And since warm weather is on its way, I thought it would be the perfect time to enjoy a fresh...

Roasted Chickpea and Sweet Potato Salad

11. February 2017 0

I think you all are going to L O V E this roasted chickpea and sweet potato salad. It all starts with crisped cumin-spiced...

Grünkern Salad with Asparagus, Peas & Edamame

21. March 2016 0

Freekeh has been waiting a couple of thousand years for its moment in the spotlight, and it’s finally arrived -- at least in my...

Spring Parsley and Radish Salad

8. May 2015 0

This quick and easy parsley and radish salad is all about radishes in their wholesome, simple state. Don’t expect to have your socks blown...

Japanese Daikon Carrot Coleslaw

3. June 2014 0

This Japanese style coleslaw is seriously simple and seriously delicious. Daikon and carrot pair fabulously together, especially in a tasty Asian-style dressing. Okay, I...

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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.