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Salad days: 9 unforgettable salad and dressing recipes

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By Gen La Rocca

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Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish for dinner, or a refreshing snack, this collection of salad and dressing recipes has something for everyone!

Jalapeno honey and lime dressing on a wooden cutting board.
Honey Lime Jalapeno Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill

beet cucumber salad is shown on a pink plate with a wood cutting board and dill.
Beet Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This beet cucumber salad has a bright, fresh lemon vinaigrette with fresh dill and tangy feta cheese. It’s a refreshing and flavorful salad everyone seems to love!

Get the Recipe: Beet Cucumber Salad.

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate next to two forks, a white linen, and a small glass pitcher of balsamic glaze.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Creamy mozzarella cheese, peppery arugula, fresh basil, and ripe cherry tomatoes are drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze in this delicious salad.
Get the Recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad

Honey Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

Honey lime jalapeno vinaigrette in a glass jar on a wooden cutting board.

Honey Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This sweet and spicy honey jalapeño lime vinaigrette has cilantro, lime juice, and honey for a spicy, tangy, sweet dressing that’s great on salads, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and more!
Get the Recipe: Honey Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices

Closeup shot of a fruit salad with oranges, grapes, apple, and walnuts.
Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This delicious and easy fruit salad has mixed fruit, walnuts, and an amazing honey and warm spice vinaigrette.
Get the Recipe: Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices

Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Lemon herb vinaigrette in a copper-colored spoon.
Lemon Herb Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Lemon Herb Vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that combines lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dijon, and fresh herbs. It’s excellent on salads, grilled meats, or even as a marinade!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

burrata salad with balsamic glaze including spring mix, basil leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Love a traditional caprese salad? This burrata caprese has all of the flavors you love with rich, creamy burrata cheese on top.
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Salmon Mango Salad

A fillet of salmon sits on a bed of little gem lettuce, mango, red onion, and jalapeno vinaigrette on a white marble counter.
Salmon Mango Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

With pan-seared salmon, fresh mango, and crisp greens, this salad is a winner!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Mango Salad

Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon

Warm German potato salad in a white dish on a marble counter beside a bunch of fresh dill.
Warm German Potato Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This warm potato salad has fresh herbs, sauteed onions, and a delicious bacon vinaigrette.
Get the Recipe: Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon

Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Two plates of orzo pesto salad sit on a concrete background with a green linen and copper forks.
Orzo Pesto Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Sundried tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, peppery arugula, bright basil pesto, and creamy pine nuts combine to make an unforgettable pasta salad!
Get the Recipe: Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

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