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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    15 Easy Salads That Aren’t Lettuce Because Who Has Time for Bland?

    Published: Jan 16, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Easy salads don’t have to mean boring bowls of lettuce that leave you wanting more. We’re talking bold, quick-to-make dishes that pack flavor and keep things interesting. These recipes are perfect for when you want something fresh, fast, and way more exciting than your standard greens. No bland bites here—just great ideas to shake up your routine without overthinking it.

    Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

    A bowl of broccoli salad on a serving tray.
    Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    You’re going to love this healthy broccoli salad served with a yogurt dressing that’s sweetened with honey. An old fashioned salad you’ll love.
    Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

    Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette

    A platter of green bean and potato salad.
    Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Warm Up Your Winter: Southern Classics!

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    Full of fresh flavors, this cold green bean salad recipe adds in tender new potatoes for a refreshing take on a classic meal.
    Get the Recipe: Green Beans And New Potato Salad With Honey Vinaigrette

    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    A bowl of cucumber salad with onions and two serving spoons
    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This tangy Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and since it has no mayo, it’s perfect for warm days.
    Get the Recipe: Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese

    A bowl of pea salad with a serving spoon.
    Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This green pea salad is a Southern favorite that comes together in one bowl. Easy to make ahead, it’s flavorful with a touch of a spicy kick.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese

    Old Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    A bowl of carrot raisin salad with a serving spoon.
    Old Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fresh carrot raisin salad is EASY and so flavorful! All you need is a bowl and a grater to make this slightly sweet classic salad.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad

    A bowl of apple salad with a serving spoon.
    Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This classic Waldorf Salad recipe never goes out of style. Crispy apples, celery, walnuts, and sweet raisins are coated in a light mayonnaise dressing.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad

    Roasted Butternut Squash Salad With Pomegranate

    A bowl of roasted butternut squash salad with pomegranates being sprinkled on top.
    Roasted Butternut Squash Salad With Pomegranate. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A butternut squash salad with roasted squash and pomegranate seeds is a must-try fall salad. A make ahead Thanksgiving salad that comes together in 30 minutes.
    Get the Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad With Pomegranate

    Tomato Salad With Peaches

    A black bowl of tomato salad with peaches and feta.
    Tomato Salad With Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fresh Peach and Tomato Salad can’t be beat when produce is at its best. Try combining fresh peaches with juicy tomatoes, then sprinkle with salty feta for a light and refreshing salad
    Get the Recipe: Tomato Salad With Peaches

    Corn And Cucumber Salad

    A creamy cucumber salad with corn in a glass bowl with a serving spoon
    Corn And Cucumber Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Jazz up your salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The light and healthy mixture of veggies along with a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing will satisfy any palate when the warm weather hits.
    Get the Recipe: Corn And Cucumber Salad

    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    A glass bowl of roasted potato salad
    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This warm Roasted Potato Salad is not only great for your next potluck or cook out, but it’s perfect for a simple dinner.
    Get the Recipe: No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad

    Cucumber slices in creamy white dressing, garnished with fresh dill and minced red onion, served with a wooden spoon—one of the easy salads perfect for any occasion.
    Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Learn how to make a crisp, creamy cucumber onion salad! With thinly sliced cucumbers, onions, and sour cream, makes a quick side dish.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Cucumber Onion Salad

    Rainbow Cauliflower Salad

    Rainbow Cauliflower Salad. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Rainbow Cauliflower Salad is an easy-to-make beautiful salad that is tossed with fresh Italian dressing. It’s low-carb, gluten-free, & vegan!
    Get the Recipe: Rainbow Cauliflower Salad

    Cucumber Tomato Salad

    A close-up of a fresh, easy salad with sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and a spoon in a glass bowl.
    Cucumber Tomato Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    A classic and delicious, this Cucumber Tomato Salad is light, refreshing and so so easy to make! It’s the perfect light side dish.
    Get the Recipe: Cucumber Tomato Salad

    Colorful Carrot Salad

    A pile of sliced carrots and onions in a bowl.
    Colorful Carrot Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Crunchy, sweet and zippy, this non-mayo Colorful Carrot Salad Recipe will be your new healthy, family-favorite side dish!
    Get the Recipe: Colorful Carrot Salad

    Avocado Corn Salad

    Avocado Corn Salad. Photo credit: Peel with Zeal.

    This fresh corn and avocado salad recipe is perfect for any occasion. A delightful lime dressing adds zip and the avocado a lovely creaminess.
    Get the Recipe: Avocado Corn Salad

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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