10 Colorful, Filling And Totally Not Boring Salads You’ll Want To Eat Every Day

Feb 28, 2024

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Ever found yourself ready to eat a salad and thought, “oh, here we go again?” If the idea of a salad makes you start thinking of all the things you’d rather eat, then you might be doing it wrong.

Check below to turn your salad game from meh to yeah.

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QUICK & EASY KALE-BASIL PESTO FARRO SALAD

With cookout season around the corner, we’ve got a salad recipe to steal the spotlight.

The best part of this salad is that you can make it a few hours ahead or even a day in advance. Just leave it in the fridge and have all the kale soak up the lemon juice.

Get the Quick & Easy Kale-Basil Pesto Farro Salad recipe!

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ANTIPASTO PASTA SALAD

An appetizer-meets-salad situation with so many talents.

Colorful veggies, savory cured meats, briny olives and tangy cheeses all tossed with al dente pasta and dressed in a vinaigrette—where traditional notions of pasta are turned upside down.

Get the Antipasto Pasta Salad recipe!

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BIG SUMMER SALAD WITH RUSTIC CROUTONS

If you’re talking about a go-to comfort food salad, this recipe hits the spot. The rustic croutons add a nice crunch to complement the crispness of the veggies. Tossed in a flavorful dressing, it’s a burst of summer goodness in every bite.

Get the Big Summer Salad with Rustic Croutons recipe!

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SPINACH SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED PEARS AND GOAT CHEESE

This salad brings together crisp spinach, caramelized pears and creamy goat cheese, all tossed in a homemade pear vinaigrette.

If you’re a salad lover like us, this combo hits all the right notes for taste, texture and a satisfying crunch!

Get the Spinach Salad with Caramelized Pears and Goat Cheese recipe!

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ASPARAGUS FARRO SALAD WITH MINT AND ARTICHOKES

Farro often flies under the radar, but it’s a true star when it comes to salad grains. Its delightful chewiness and subtly nutty flavor make it a perfect fit for cold or room temperature dishes. 

Chef’s Note: Shave some Parmigiano Reggiano over the top for a savory kick!

Get the Asparagus Farro Salad with Mint and Artichokes recipe!

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THE CRUNCHY, CREAMY CARROT SALAD

Salad bliss: where crunch and cream collide.

This dish features julienne-cut carrots coated in a smooth, flavorful dressing, complemented by a burst of freshness from herbs and a hint of sweetness.

Get the Crunchy, Creamy Carrot Salad recipe!

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BLT THE SALAD

The iconic trio with a fresh twist.

The smoky notes of the bacon harmonize with the garden-fresh crunch of lettuce and the juiciness of ripe tomatoes. The salad celebrates the essence of the classic BLT but in a lighter, fresher way.

Get the BLT the Salad recipe!

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ASPARAGUS, PEA, JAMMY EGG AND CRISPY SALAD

It’s time to elevate your greens. Each bite delivers the crispiness you crave, the freshness of asparagus and peas and the taste of a perfectly jammy egg. Enjoy!

Get the Asparagus, Pea, Jammy Egg and Crispy Salad recipe!

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PEAR, GOUDA AND KALE SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND SHERRY VINAIGRETTE

Indulge in a blend of sweet pears, creamy Gouda cheese and hearty kale, topped with crunchy walnuts and dressed in a flavorful sherry vinaigrette.

Don’t forget to serve with some sourdough bread or crackers!

Get the Pear, Gouda and Kale Salad with Walnuts and Sherry Vinaigrette recipe!

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SALAD OF BUTTER LETTUCE AND RADISHES WITH GREEN GODDESS DRESSING

A green haven on your plate.

Featuring crisp butter lettuce and peppery radishes, elegantly dressed in the charm of green goddess dressing. It’s a perfect blend of textures and flavors to create a refreshing dish.

Get the Salad of Butter Lettuce and Radishes with Green Goddess Dressing recipe!

Hungry for more? From juicers and zesters to dressing shakers and salad spinners, our collection of Fruit & Veggie Tools has everything you need to make the salad of your dreams.

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There is no dressing recipe included for the BLT Salad. Can you please update the page so the Buttermilk Dressing recipe shows with the salad recipe?

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