10 Tasty Salad Recipes That Make Healthy Eating Fun (No Rabbit Food Here!)

These 10 tasty salad recipes are packed with fresh ingredients and big on flavour. They make healthy eating feel effortless! Whether you’re in the mood for something light or a little more filling, these salads are perfect for a quick lunch or a fresh side dish that won’t leave you bored.

Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad

A plate of Vietnamese chicken cabbage salad.
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Vietnamese chicken and cabbage salad (Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải) is a light and refreshing dish. You can enjoy as a side as well as a healthy main. Featuring vibrant flavors and colorful presentation, it is also an excellent choice to bring to potlucks. Get the recipe: Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad

Cowboy Caviar Salad with Rice

Bowl of cowboy caviar salad.
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Cowboy caviar salad with rice is the ultimate mix of flavors and textures—it’s fresh, hearty, and totally Instagram-worthy. Toss it together for a quick meal that’s perfect for meal prep or a fun side at your next barbecue. Get the recipe: Cowboy Caviar Salad

Authentic Fattoush Salad

Overhead image of fattoush salad.
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This authentic fattoush salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with flavor. With crisp veggies, fresh herbs, and crunchy toasted pita, it’s an ideal light lunch or a standout side that will wow your friends and family. Get the recipe: Fattoush Salad

Arugula Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

A plate of arugula salad topped with crumbled goat cheese served on top of roasted sweet potatoes and drizzled with balsamic glaze
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Arugula salad with roasted sweet potatoes is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines peppery greens with sweet, caramelized potatoes. Drizzle it with balsamic reduction and sprinkle in some creamy goat cheese for a tasty meal that’s perfect for lunch or a side dish. Get the recipe: Arugula Salad with Sweet Potatoes

Wendy’s Apple Pecan Salad with Chicken

A bowl of Wendy's salad.
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This copycat Wendy’s apple pecan chicken salad is perfect for fall when apples are crisp, juicy, and in season. It’s an extraordinary salad with crisp greens, tender chicken, fresh apple chunks, crunchy pecans, sweet cranberries, and tangy blue cheese crumbles. Get the recipe: Wendy’s Apple Pecan Salad with Chicken

Vegan Mexican Chopped Salad

A bowl of vegan Mexican salad.
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Delicious vegan Mexican chopped salad with avocado dressing makes the perfect lunch salad or an easy side dish to any Mexican feast. This gluten-free salad is packed with fresh veggies, dietary fiber, and plant-based protein. Get the recipe: Vegan Mexican Chopped Salad

Fall Harvest Chicken Salad

A plate of fall harvest chicken.
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This is the ultimate harvest chicken salad, a healthy and hearty option perfect for those who love simple whole foods and clean eating. This salad combines the best flavors of the season. Get the recipe: Fall Harvest Chicken Salad

Tabbouleh Salad with Quinoa

A plate of quinoa tabbouleh salad.
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Tabbouleh salad with quinoa is a fresh twist on the classic dish, packed with vibrant herbs and veggies. With protein-rich quinoa adding a hearty touch, it’s a tasty option for a light lunch or as a colorful side at your next gathering. Get the recipe: Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

Kimchi Salad

A bowl of kimchi salad.
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This kimchi salad is an easy and unique recipe. It may sound like an odd combination, but the fish, the array of mixed vegetables, and the homemade dressing make this salad delicious. It just takes some chopping of the vegetables, a mix with the tuna, kimchi, and tangy dressing, and your salad is ready in 10 minutes! Get the recipe: Kimchi Salad

Chinese Chicken Salad

A bowl of Chinese chicken salad.
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This flavorful, aromatic salad is often termed Chinese Chicken Salad or Asian Chicken Salad. The flavor of this sesame ginger dressing is consistently phenomenal.  Get the recipe: Chinese Chicken Salad

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