Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Turn that last can of chickpeas sitting in your pantry into this super fresh and flavorful salad (or this roasted chickpea salad!).Greek Salad: When it comes to simple, healthy salads, it doesn’t get better than this classic salad tossed with my all-star greek salad dressing.The veggies and dressings speak for itself. And the best part is that you don’t really need to prep a lot of meat for these salads. From cherry tomatoes to light leafy greens, there’s tons of in-season produce to work with. This time of year is all about bright, farmer’s market fresh flavors. Just drizzle a little balsamic glaze for a summer classic that never fails to please. Caprese Salad: I’ll gladly eat layers of fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil on repeat.It’s deliciously creamy, crunchy, fresh, and will convince you to never buy store-bought chicken salad again. Chicken Salad: When the warm weather hits, this chicken salad is a must.Salmon Salad: Swap tuna for juicy baked salmon! Large flaky chunks get mixed with crisp celery, red onion, radishes, herbs and a creamy, lemon dressing.And all you really need is canned tuna, mayo, dijon mustard, and some fresh greens and herbs. Tuna Salad: If you love my chicken salad, this tuna version is a no brainer.Plus, it holds up well in the fridge as the perfect meal prep salad. It’s perfect as a Thanksgiving side dish or summer barbecue salad. Broccoli Salad: This is everyone’s go-to salad, no matter what time of year it is.They’re crazy good, perfect for any occasion (from large parties to an easy weeknight dinner), and are so darn easy to make. Let’s start with some of my top salad recipes that everyone always comes back to. So try to make your salad as vibrant as can be. While green may form the base of your salad, remember that nutrient variety comes from color variety.

Aim for a variety of textures with every bite… it makes the salad more interesting! For example, start with a soft spinach base, then toss it with crisp bell pepper, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy nuts and seeds. Start with a vegetable base, mix in seasonal ingredients, add filling protein, toss in some healthy fats, and drizzle a tasty dressing or sauce. Honestly, salads are the most wonderful blank canvas to let your creativity run wild. Instead, think of it as a meal that has multiple layers of flavor (sweet, spicy, and savory), texture (crisp, crunchy, and creamy), and color (green, red, yellow, purple, you name it!). The term salad doesn’t just mean some lettuce drizzled with a dressing or vinaigrette. Your new favorite healthy salad recipes start with this list! They’re filled with bright flavors and delicious textures – while challenging you to get creative with in-season produce.

The big salad recipe