These 13 Green Salads Celebrate The Best That Spring Has To Offer

Two of our favorite things in this world are charred cabbage and Caesar dressing, so tossing them together into one great, glorious salad is our definition of perfection on a plate. Showered with crispy golden breadcrumbs and shredded Parmesan, this cabbage Caesar will become your new favorite weeknight salad.

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Caesar salad is at the top of our list of favorite sides, and adding protein-packed marinated shrimp upgrades it from side-dish status to a must-make dinner main. Just like our OG recipe, this has crunchy romaine, salty shaved Parm, and homemade sourdough croutons tossed in a creamy, cheesy, umami-packed dressing.

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Whether we’re looking for a quick lunch or a refreshing side dish, this spinach salad is always at the top of our list. It may sound basic, but the combination of the different mix-ins—apples, onion, feta, almonds—creates an incredible combination of flavors and textures.

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This blackberry chicken salad has all of the important components: a well-seasoned protein, creamy feta, a little crunch from toasted walnuts, and a burst of sweetness from juicy blackberries.

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Hail, Caesar—ahem—salad! Wildly popular and extremely simple to make, the classic Caesar salad gets a "grill up" in this recipe. The idea of grilled lettuce may leave you scratching your head, but trust us, it’s a game-changer.

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This salad combines the bold, savory elements of an Italian antipasto platter—cured meat, cheese, marinated veg—with crisp romaine and a zingy red wine vinaigrette. It’s a one-bowl twist on a classic appetizer, and like the app itself, it invites customization.

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Featuring sweet strawberries, herby chicken, tangy feta, and crunchy pecans, this healthy salad is a perfect balance of exciting textures, sharp flavors, and protein to keep you going, whether you’re at your 9-to-5 or a warm-weather potluck.

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A quick pan-fry makes creamy goat cheese a fun, super-crunchy salad topper. It’s a creative take on croutons and makes a simple salad so much more exciting. These are also great on their own and would be delicious on a cheese board with a little drizzle of honey.

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This salad—filled with flavorful roasted salmon, fresh Greek-inspired veggies, tangy feta, and a homemade creamy tahini dressing—is hearty enough to be your main course. While the salmon is cooking, you can get all of your veggie chopping done, so the entire meal comes together in a snap.

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With tangy goat cheese, roasted beets, creamy avocado, and toasted walnuts, this is the epitome of a spring salad. Beet lovers—get ready to meet your new favorite side dish.

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This salad is one of our favorite ways to enjoy halloumi. It has crunchy fennel, juicy orange segments, creamy avocado, crispy fried pita, and a simple herb-packed dressing that ties it all together. It's is a full-blown MEAL, perfect for those days when you just can't bring yourself to turn the oven on.

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