Big and beautiful: 29 dinner-sized salads

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Get ready to take your salad game to the next level! Here are 29 dinner-sized salads that are not only delicious and nutritious but also visually stunning. Packed with colorful veggies, protein, and healthy fats, these salads will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

A big cobb salad on a platter with crispy chicken, avocados, eggs, tomatoes, all on top of greens.
Cobb Salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Antipasto Salad

Antipasto salad on a plate and platter with a silver fork.
Antipasto Salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Everything you love in an antipasto platter but in a huge dinner salad! This one is teen approved which means EVERYONE will like it!
Get the Recipe: Antipasto Salad

Crispy Chicken Salad

A crispy chicken salad in a wide bowl with lettuce, chicken, tomatoes, and salad dressing.
Crispy Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Finally, a Crispy Chicken Salad you can enjoy at home. This is one of those salads that are always popular in restaurants, and now you can make it at home!
Get the Recipe: Crispy Chicken Salad

Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad

A crispy buffalo chicken salad featuring crispy chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese, and dressing.
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Start with pre-cooked crispy chicken OR spicy chicken. Lay it on top of a bed of fresh greens, add blue cheese and dressing, and of course, more buffalo sauce!
Get the Recipe: Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad

Club Sandwich Salad

Club Sandwich Salad with tomatoes, cheese, bacon, and dressing.
Club Sandwich Salad. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Everything you love in a club sandwich but in a salad!! perfect for hot summer days when you don’t want to cook!
Get the Recipe: Club Sandwich Salad

Wendy’s Jalapeno Popper salad

A jalapeno popper salad on a big platter full of lettuce, greens, crispy chicken, bacon, jalapenos, and more!
Wendy’s Jalapeno Popper salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Love a good spicy salad AND jalapeno poppers?? You have to try this “almost Wendy’s Jalapeno Popper Salad” I think you’ll like it!
Get the Recipe: Wendy’s Jalapeno Popper salad

Cobb Salad

A big cobb salad on a platter with crispy chicken, avocados, eggs, tomatoes, all on top of greens.
Cobb Salad. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Too hot to cook?? Try this easy-to-make Cobb Salad. You can buy everything for it in the deli or deli section of your grocery store.
Get the Recipe: Cobb Salad

Salpicon de Res

Low angle shot of mini tostadas with salpicon de res or shredded beef salad on top.
Salpicon de Res. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Salipicon de Res is a Mexican shredded beef salad made with lettuce, tomatoes, avocadoes, radishes, and often olives and pickled chili peppers. The beef is slow cooked on the stovetop in a Dutch oven or stockpot. It’s tossed with a simple Salpicon dressing made of vinegar, oil, and oregano and then piled on crunchy tostada shells.
Get the Recipe: Salpicon de Res

Yum Woon Sen

A plate of yum woon sen with patterned napkins and bowls of cilantro, chopped peanuts, and lime wedges.
Yum Woon Sen. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Yum Woon Sen, or Thai Glass Noodle Salad, is a delightfully light and refreshing dish. Tender, translucent mung bean noodles are tossed with seasoned ground meat, plump shrimp, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing made with lime juice and fish sauce.
Get the Recipe: Yum Woon Sen

Thai Larb

Low angle shot of a striped bowl filled with Thai larb salad garnished with shallot slices.
Thai Larb. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

When you’re in the mood for something light, spicy, and deliciously savory, this Thai Larb is perfect. Easy to make and totally addictive!
Get the Recipe: Thai Larb

Keto Potato Salad Recipe

A white bowl of potato salad with mayonnaise.
Keto Potato Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our Keto Potato Salad Recipe is made without cauliflower for an even tastier faux-potato salad. Our gluten-free and diabetic version of low-carb yogurt mayonnaise potato salad uses turnip radish, which gives you the best potato alternative.
Get the Recipe: Kerto Potato Salad Recipe

Burger In A Bowl

Burger bowl with bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado and special sauce.
Burger in a Bowl. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This burger-in-a-bowl recipe includes a homemade special burger sauce. It’s got all the toppings and flavors of your favorite fast food burger with a healthier spin served on a bed of lettuce.
Get the Recipe: Burger In A Bowl

Keto Taco Salad Bowl with Mexican Ground Beef

Taco salad in edible salad bowl.
Keto Taco Salad Bowl with Mexican Ground Beef. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Perfectly homemade and super easy Keto Taco Salad Bowl with Mexican ground beef made out of wholesome ingredients will be your go-to keto dinner for every single Taco Tuesday. Entirely gluten-free, grain-free, low carb, and perfect for diabetics, our edible keto salad bowl is just a little extra touch to the already healthy taco salad you have been craving for.

Get the Recipe: Keto Taco Salad Bowl with Mexican Ground Beef

Honey Mustard Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Salad

Honey mustard chicken and brussels sprouts salad on plates.
Honey Mustard Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet and tart apples and pomegranates combine in this chicken and Brussels sprouts salad recipe brought together with a delicious and easy honey mustard dressing.

Get the Recipe: Honey Mustard Chicken and Brussels Sprouts Salad

Sesame Avocado Asian Chicken Salad

Overhead view of salads on plates.
Sesame Avocado Asian Chicken Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Asian chicken salad with honey ginger dressing is a delicious and easy meal salad that can be enjoyed year-round. Loaded with chicken, cabbage, avocado, carrots, edamame beans, almonds, green onions, and cilantro, it’s a must-try recipe that can be customized with sesame sticks or other toppings.

Get the Recipe: Sesame Avocado Asian Chicken Salad

Cobb Salad

Overhead view of a cobb salad is a large glass bowl.
Cobb Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This homemade Cobb salad with leftover ham is a delicious and visually stunning meal salad that’s perfect for summer. With a beautiful arrangement of ingredients, including crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and fresh veggies, it’s a must-try recipe for anyone looking for a filling and satisfying dinner salad.

Get the Recipe: Cobb Salad

Radicchio Endive Chicken Salad

A colorful chopped salad in a wooden bowl.
Radicchio Endive Chicken Salad with Creamy Honey Mustard Dressing. Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

As the weather gets warmer, this radicchio endive chicken salad with creamy honey mustard dressing is a fresh and delicious option for a filling summer meal. With its unique combination of flavors and textures, including tender chicken and crisp veggies, it’s a must-try recipe for anyone looking for a simple and satisfying dinner salad.

Get the Recipe: Radicchio Endive Chicken Salad

Savoury Steak and Squash Salad

A salad with slices of steak on top.
Savoury Steak and Squash Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This steak and squash salad with apple maple dressing and cranberries is a delicious and unique option that can be enjoyed year-round. With its savory flavors and satisfying combination of steak, squash, and greens, it’s a must-try recipe for anyone looking for a delicious and filling meal salad.
Get the Recipe: Savoury Steak and Squash Salad

Santa Fe Salad

Santa Fe Salad with creamy dressing.
Santa Fe Salad. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes

Salads are the perfect option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. This Santa Fe Salad is light, refreshing, and full of flavor. It’s also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.
Get the Recipe: Santa Fe Salad

Salmon Salad

White plates with salad greens and salmon.
Lemon Mustard Dressing. Photo Credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Treat yourself to a delicious, healthy meal with the best salmon salad recipe! This flavorful dish is simple to prepare with fresh ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Salad

Steakhouse hamburger salad

Smoked burger patties over a hearty bed of lettuce.
Steakhouse hamburger salad. Photo credit: GirlCarnivore.

This steakhouse hamburger salad combines juicy smoked burgers nestled over dark leafy greens with a homemade keto blue cheese dressing and crispy onions for a filling meal that forgoes the bun.
Get the Recipe: Steakhouse hamburger salad

Grilled Coffee Crusted Flank Steak Salad

Overhead shot of beautifully grilled flank steak over colourful salad.
Grilled Coffee Crusted Flank Steak Salad. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Grilled Coffee Crusted Flank Steak Salad is the perfect grilled salad for summertime. With fresh seasonal produce right from the farm stand, this meal comes together in under 30 minutes and will make both your inner grilling enthusiast and health nut happy.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Coffee Crusted Flank Steak Salad

Flat iron steak salad with grilled watermelon

Fresh summer produce and grilled flat iron steak piled into a beautiful salad on a serving platter.
Flat iron steak salad with grilled watermelon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Flat iron steak is one of the most versatile cuts for quick grilling, and in this fast recipe, we are showing you how to use summer’s bounty to its fullest with a tequila lime marinated flat iron, char-grilled and served as a loaded salad.
Get the Recipe: Flat iron steak salad with grilled watermelon

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.

This salmon mango salad recipe features juicy, ripe mango, pan-seared salmon, tart pickled onions, and a tangy, citrusy jalapeño honey lime dressing you’re going to love!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Mango Salad

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.

This Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze is a fresh summer salad featuring spring mix, fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, rich olive oil, and sweet, tangy balsamic reduction.
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Healthy Tuna Salad with No Mayo

healthy tuna salad with no mayonnaise on a white plate with two forks.
Healthy Tuna Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This flavorful, healthy tuna salad recipe leaves out the traditional mayonnaise and instead uses dijon mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. You can make this tuna salad creamy with Greek yogurt, or keep it dairy free!
Get the Recipe: Healthy Tuna Salad with No Mayo

Warm German Potato Salad with Bacon

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.

This traditional German Potato Salad is a delicious side with warm potatoes, crisp bacon, and a rich, bright dressing with sautéed onions, fresh herbs, and vinegar.
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.

This pesto orzo salad recipe highlights bold, delicious ingredients. Basil pesto sauce, feta cheese, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, and fresh, peppery arugula combine to create a bright, fresh, flavorful summer salad!
Get the Recipe: Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Chickpea Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing

A small white bowl of white salad next to a large wooden salad bowl.
Chickpea Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing. Photo Credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

A nourishing and refreshing chickpea kale salad with a creamy tahini dressing.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea Kale Salad with Tahini Dressing

Southwest Salad

A tan ceramic bowl filled with salad greens, corn, beans and cheese rests on a tan table next to a large wooden bowl of salad.
Southwest Salad. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This is a very easy and delicious southwest salad recipe with fresh greens, black beans, corn, and a creamy homemade southwest dressing.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Salad

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