Brighten Up Your Turkey Dinner With a Fresh Salad
Looking to add some green to your holiday table? Round out those delicious Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving appetizers with our favorite veggie-packed Thanksgiving salads. Before filling up on all the irresistible potato recipes and — the star of the show — Thanksgiving turkey recipes, whip up a few of these salads to give some fresh and flavorful additions to your spread. From vegan options to rich and creamy dressings, there's a recipe here for everyone at your Turkey Day celebration.
In addition to being a healthy Thanksgiving side dish or Thanksgiving-style vegetable side dish, these delicious salads couldn't be easier to whip up when you're looking for some stress-free sides. Most of these recipes are ready in under 30 minutes, making them the easiest last minute addition when you just need one more dish. Full of seasonal vegetables and celebrated fall flavors to go with your healthy fall dinners, these recipes will have you looking forward to getting your veggies in year after year. From roasted vegetables to fully raw dishes, these super salads give a fresh perspective to the usual Thanksgiving spread. Serving an extra-big crowd this year? No problem! These recipes are super simple to double (or triple!) to feed your entire crew, and many can easily be made into vegan recipes to accommodate for any meat and dairy free diets.
Load up your plate with roasted butternut squash, fresh Brussels sprouts and new takes on the classic Caesar for a celebration you won't forget. We know, they're delicious — but don't forget to save room for Thanksgiving desserts!
This flavor-packed salad combines toasted walnuts, tangy blue cheese and bright pomegranate seeds for a festive starter in under 15 minutes!
Turn a popular Thanksgiving veggie — Brussel sprouts — into a crunchy, lemony salad topped with dried cranberries and almonds.
Get the Lemony Brussels Sprout Salad recipe.
Baby kale paired with roasted butternut squash makes this a filling, nutritious option that lasts for leftovers!
Get the Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette recipe.
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Hazelnuts add a toasty, satisfying crunch to this simple salad.
Get the Romaine Salad with Lemon-Pecorino Vinaigrette recipe.
Kale, crunchy bread and roasted squash work together to make this a delicious, filling option.
Get the Roasted Squash Panzanella recipe.
We can't get enough of roasted veggies, and adding them to a salad is a perfect way to give heaps of flavor to nutritious kale.
Get the Kale and Roasted Cauliflower Salad recipe.
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Let roasted asparagus shine with creamy feta, savory shallot and fresh mint.
Get the Roasted Asparagus Salad with Feta Vinaigrette recipe.
Tossed with spicy red pepper flakes and delicious honey mustard, this bean and veggie salad is a sweet and spicy addition to your spread.
Give a pop of color to your Thanksgiving feast — and a break from roasted veggies — with this bright and fresh raw salad.
Get the Shaved Carrot and Radish Salad recipe.
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With a light red onion vinaigrette instead of a heavier dressing, this is a perfect new take on a starchy side for your festive feast.
Get the Potato Salad With Vinaigrette recipe.
This colorful carrot salad topped with creamy green goddess dressing is a flavorful, creative variation on classic roasted carrots.
Get the Green Goddess Carrot Salad recipe.
Need to please a vegan diet? Look no further than this Caesar salad with all of the flavor, no meat or cheese needed.
Get the Vegan Caesar Salad recipe.
This light number topped with an herby, flavorful dressing is a crunchy, satisfying starter ready in under 15 minutes.
This quick and easy salad (ready in under 15 minutes!) pairs favorite flavors together: cut and sugared lemon, arugula and Parmesan cheese.
Get the Lemon Arugula Salad recipe.
Add some Mediterranean flavor to your usual holiday spread with healthy, fresh veggies and creamy feta.
You can add any protein to this apple, grape and farro salad, but we recommend frying up crispy bacon for an easy and delicious flavor boost.
Get the Bacon and Apple Farro Salad recipe.
Bright radishes give an eye-catching pop of color and fresh flavor in this no-cook dish.
Get the Bright Radish Salad recipe.
Leave the steak out of this crunchy rye panzanella so guests don't fill up before the main meal. With fennel, kale and onion, it's a great fall starter!
Get the Steak and Rye Panzanella recipe.
Pickling your cranberries a day (or up to two weeks) in advance gives this crunchy kale salad a sweet and tart kick.
Get the Kale Salad with Pickled Cranberries and Crispy Quinoa recipe from Country Living.
Not only is this spinach salad packed with mouthwatering flavors of sharp shallots, peppers and crispy bacon, but its wreath-like look makes for a stunning presentation.
Get the Spinach Salad with Pickled Shallots and Mustard Vinaigrette recipe from Woman's Day.
With roasted sweet potatoes and pears, this hearty, cheesy radicchio salad could almost be a meal on its own!
Get the Roasted Pear, Sweet Potato, and Radicchio Salad recipe from Country Living.
Brighten Up Your Turkey Dinner With a Fresh Salad
Looking to add some green to your holiday table? Round out those delicious Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving appetizers with our favorite veggie-packed Thanksgiving salads. Before filling up on all the irresistible potato recipes and — the star of the show — Thanksgiving turkey recipes, whip up a few of these salads to give some fresh and flavorful additions to your spread. From vegan options to rich and creamy dressings, there's a recipe here for everyone at your Turkey Day celebration.
In addition to being a healthy Thanksgiving side dish or Thanksgiving-style vegetable side dish, these delicious salads couldn't be easier to whip up when you're looking for some stress-free sides. Most of these recipes are ready in under 30 minutes, making them the easiest last minute addition when you just need one more dish. Full of seasonal vegetables and celebrated fall flavors to go with your healthy fall dinners, these recipes will have you looking forward to getting your veggies in year after year. From roasted vegetables to fully raw dishes, these super salads give a fresh perspective to the usual Thanksgiving spread. Serving an extra-big crowd this year? No problem! These recipes are super simple to double (or triple!) to feed your entire crew, and many can easily be made into vegan recipes to accommodate for any meat and dairy free diets.
Load up your plate with roasted butternut squash, fresh Brussels sprouts and new takes on the classic Caesar for a celebration you won't forget. We know, they're delicious — but don't forget to save room for Thanksgiving desserts!
Gobble up these delicious Thanksgiving salads! Filled with seasonal vegetables and fall flavors, these recipes are the perfect addition to your turkey dinner.
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