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Salads can be hearty and filling, perfect for any season! These winter salad ideas are delicious main dishes or perfect pairings.
We Love Them All Winter!
During the winter, salads are not typically at the top of menu options. We frequently order salads when we go out to eat so it’s only natural we crave them at home as well! With fresh options year-round, there are delicious choices regardless of the time of year.
Salads are quick and easy to put together! They can be quite hearty and filling alone or great to balance out heavier hot dishes. Winter salad ideas include seasonal produce and plenty of texture.
With so many flavor variations, there’s plenty of winter salad recipes to keep it interesting and yummy!
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Our Top 10 Winter Salad Picks
Brussel Sprout Salad Recipe
Full of shredded Brussel sprouts, pomegranate seeds, sliced almonds, and a little bit of shaved parmesan, this colorful salad has the perfect amount of crunch!
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Kale Salad Recipe
Sweet Kale Salad is topped with chunks of apple, candied pecans, dried cranberries, and bacon, served with a homemade sweet dijon vinaigrette!
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Antipasto Salad
Quick and hearty antipasto salad is filled with cured meats and veggies and lightly dressed with your favorite Italian dressing!
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Cobb Salad
This simple cobb salad is so full of tasty ingredients it's a meal all on its own. It is quick to make and utterly delicious.
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Wedge Salad Recipe
This fresh wedge salad is a classic. It's crisp and refreshing, smothered in creamy dressing and topped with crumbles of cheese and bacon.
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Easy Tortellini Salad Recipe
Fresh and filling Tortellini Salad whips up in minutes for a delicious summer salad topped with creamy ranch dressing.
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Asparagus Salad Recipe
Filled with mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomatoes, seasoned with basil, and covered in a light balsamic vinaigrette, this asparagus salad is bursting with flavor! Best of all, it comes together in less than 10 minutes!
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Arugula Salad Recipe
Fresh Arugula salad is loaded with healthy greens, juicy tomatoes, and parmesan shavings with pine nuts and creamy avocado on top!
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7 Layer Salad Recipe
Deliciously customizable 7 Layer Salad is filled with just the right amount of goodness. It's perfect to make ahead!
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Waldorf Salad Recipe
Waldorf salad is filled with texture and flavor. Tossed in a homemade poppy seed dressing, it's perfect for any lunch, dinner, or appetizer.
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More Winter Salad Ideas
Chicken Caesar Salad
This chicken Caesar salad is jam-packed with filling ingredients. It's so flavorful, you won't believe how simple it is to make!
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Mozzarella Pasta Salad Recipe
Easy & Fresh Mozzarella Pasta Salad is light, delicious, and flavorful. This simply dressed salad is a favorite!!
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Spinach Tortellini Salad Recipe
Cold spinach tortellini salad is the ultimate side dish for BBQ and potlucks. It's packed with all the best flavors!
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Pistachio Salad Recipe
Pistachio salad dessert is always served at our family gatherings. With whipped cream and marshmallows, it's always a hit!
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Cranberry Salad Recipe
Simple Cranberry Salad has the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It's a delicious side dish or refreshing dessert!
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Christmas Salad
This Christmas salad is filled with pops of fresh seasonal fruit and dressed to perfection in a homemade balsamic vinaigrette!
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Apple Salad
With a simple citrus dressing, apple salad is packed with texture and simple, bright flavors. It's refreshing and made in minutes!
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Tuna Salad Recipe
Chopped Tuna Salad Recipe is filled with fresh crisp veggies and tossed in a light and refreshing lemon vinaigrette!
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Green Bean Salad Recipe
Crisp and flavorful green bean salad is seasoned with garlic, feta, and lemon for a tasty side, perfect to accompany any dinner!
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So many great options! I made the southwest quinoa salad and loved it, can’t wait to try more!
I said so many of these! Thank you so much for this list
I’ve tried a few of these salad recipes and loved them! I can see myself making these year around not just during the winter time.
I love all your chicken topped salads that i’ve tried particularly the strawberry harvest.
I can eat a salad anytime of the year. Even during the winter time. So much to choose from. Love this site!