The Best Green Salad Recipes (2024)

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THE BEST GREEN SALAD RECIPES WATCH THIS STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE VIDEO: THE BEST GREEN SALADS 1. DORITO TACO SALAD 2. THAI CASHEW CHOPPED SALAD WITH GINGER PEANUT SAUCE 3. CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH LIGHT DIJON PARMESAN DRESSING 4. BIG MAC CHEESEBURGER SALAD 5. BUFFALO CHICKEN TACO SALAD 6. PEAR RASPBERRY AND PISTACHIO SALAD 7. STRAWBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC DRESSING 8. BLUEBERRY BROCCOLI SPINACH SALAD 9. CRANBERRY BLUEBERRY SPRING MIX SALAD 10. MUSHROOM LENTIL SALAD 11. BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD 12. BUFFALO CHICKPEA SALAD 13. BERRY AVOCADO GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD 14. BALSAMIC TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD 15. CHICKEN FAJITA WEDGE SALAD 16. RAINBOW POWER GREENS SALAD WITH BLACK EYED PEAS 17. BEST EVER STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD 18.GREEK SALAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC SALAD DRESSING 19.Loaded Taco Salad withChipotle Lime Sauce 20. AVOCADO MANGO SALAD 21.FUJI APPLE SPINACH BACON SALAD WITH CREAMY HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE 22.Low Carb Cheeseburger Salad 23.SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD 24.POMEGRANATE PEAR SALAD 25. APPLE PECAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD 26. HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN SALAD 27. CREAMY SHRIMP AND DILL WEDGE SALAD 28. BBQ CHICKEN AVOCADO SALAD WITH AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING 29. AVOCADO BLACK EYED PEA SALAD 30. BLT SALAD 31. SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY POPPY SEED DRESSING 32.Hearts of Palm, Artichoke, Avocado and Butter Lettuce Salad 33. GRILLED BARBECUE CHICKEN SALAD 34. APPLE BLUE CHEESE WALNUT SALAD 35. VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD 36. MIXED GREENS AND CITRUS SALAD 37. Honey Mustard Chicken Salad 38. Double The Meat Hold the Bread Salad FAQs
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  1. THE BEST GREEN SALAD RECIPES
  2. WATCH THIS STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE VIDEO:
  3. THE BEST GREEN SALADS
  4. 1. DORITO TACO SALAD
  5. 2. THAI CASHEW CHOPPED SALAD WITH GINGER PEANUT SAUCE
  6. 3. CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH LIGHT DIJON PARMESAN DRESSING
  7. 4. BIG MAC CHEESEBURGER SALAD
  8. 5. BUFFALO CHICKEN TACO SALAD
  9. 6. PEAR RASPBERRY AND PISTACHIO SALAD
  10. 7. STRAWBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC DRESSING
  11. 8. BLUEBERRY BROCCOLI SPINACH SALAD
  12. 9. CRANBERRY BLUEBERRY SPRING MIX SALAD
  13. 10. MUSHROOM LENTIL SALAD
  14. 11. BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD
  15. 12. BUFFALO CHICKPEA SALAD
  16. 13. BERRY AVOCADO GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
  17. 14. BALSAMIC TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD
  18. 15. CHICKEN FAJITA WEDGE SALAD
  19. 16. RAINBOW POWER GREENS SALAD WITH BLACK EYED PEAS
  20. 17. BEST EVER STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
  21. 18.GREEK SALAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC SALAD DRESSING
  22. 19.Loaded Taco Salad withChipotle Lime Sauce
  23. 20. AVOCADO MANGO SALAD
  24. 21.FUJI APPLE SPINACH BACON SALAD WITH CREAMY HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
  25. 22.Low Carb Cheeseburger Salad
  26. 23.SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD
  27. 24.POMEGRANATE PEAR SALAD
  28. 25. APPLE PECAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD
  29. 26. HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN SALAD
  30. 27. CREAMY SHRIMP AND DILL WEDGE SALAD
  31. 28. BBQ CHICKEN AVOCADO SALAD WITH AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING
  32. 29. AVOCADO BLACK EYED PEA SALAD
  33. 30. BLT SALAD
  34. 31. SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY POPPY SEED DRESSING
  35. 32.Hearts of Palm, Artichoke, Avocado and Butter Lettuce Salad
  36. 33. GRILLED BARBECUE CHICKEN SALAD
  37. 34. APPLE BLUE CHEESE WALNUT SALAD
  38. 35. VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD
  39. 36. MIXED GREENS AND CITRUS SALAD
  40. 37. Honey Mustard Chicken Salad
  41. 38. Double The Meat Hold the Bread Salad

A salad can be so much more than just lettuce and dressing in a bowl! That's why we've rounded up 50+ of The Best Green Salad Recipes that will change the way you think about a salad for dinner!

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THE BEST GREEN SALAD RECIPES

It's that time of year when we're just about done with the cold Winter weather and Spring is right around the corner. After all of the sweet, and delicious food during the holidays we're starting to get excited about salad season.

Once you scroll down this list of the 50+ Best Salad Recipes you'll understand why!

WATCH THIS STEP-BY-STEP RECIPE VIDEO:

VIDEO RECIPE:Easy Layered Mexican Salad with Avocado from Spaceships and Laser Beams.CLICK HERE for the Printable Recipe!

These salads are loaded with the best and most delicious ingredients, from berries and beans, to cheese and corn. There are so many different types of recipes to choose from!

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Forget about having a salad as a side dish because these salads are the star of the meal. That's right, LOAD them up and serve them as the main course!

There are even a few salads on this list that the pickiest of eaters will eat -- the Doritos Taco Salad is our favorite!

So now the hard part is deciding which one to try first!

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1. DORITO TACO SALAD

From Spend with Pennies :: Click HERE for RECIPESeasoned ground beef, fresh lettuce, pinto beans, veggies and of course Doritos all sauced up with a zingy dressing make this an exciting change to your daily menu!

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2. THAI CASHEW CHOPPED SALAD WITH GINGER PEANUT SAUCE

From The Recipe Critic :: Click HERE for RECIPESo many delicious vegetables combine in this flavorful and colorful salad! The cashews add a delicious crunch and the Ginger Peanut Sauce on top is amazing!

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3. CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH LIGHT DIJON PARMESAN DRESSING

From Diethood:: Click HERE for RECIPECranberry Chicken Salad with Light Dijon Parmesan Dressing– Festive and delicious chicken salad packed with sweet cranberries, crunchy almonds, crispy bacon, and a creamy salad dressing that is lightened up, yet veryflavorful!

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4. BIG MAC CHEESEBURGER SALAD

From Wholesome Yum :: Click HERE for RECIPE This easy low carb Big Mac salad recipe is ready in just 20 minutes! A gluten-free, keto cheeseburger salad like this makes a healthy lunch or dinner.

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5. BUFFALO CHICKEN TACO SALAD

From Peas and Crayons :: Click HERE for RECIPE Your plate called. It wants you to make this Buffalo Chicken Taco Salad, stat!

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6. PEAR RASPBERRY AND PISTACHIO SALAD

From The Recipe Critic :: Click HERE for RECIPEA delicious and healthy salad filled with raspberries, pears, and pistachios add a delicious flavor and crunch!

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7. STRAWBERRY CHICKEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRY BALSAMIC DRESSING

From The Recipe Critic:: Click HERE for RECIPEA mouthwatering salad with fresh strawberries, cranberries, goat cheese and almonds. The strawberry balsamic dressing gives it the perfect flavor and is one amazing summer salad!

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8. BLUEBERRY BROCCOLI SPINACH SALAD

From Peas and Crayons:: Click HERE for RECIPEChanneling the flavors of some of some of my favorite restaurant salads, this tasty Blueberry Broccoli Spinach Salad with Poppyseed Ranch is the perfect blend of savory sweetness!

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9. CRANBERRY BLUEBERRY SPRING MIX SALAD

From Peas and Crayons :: Click HERE for RECIPEI’m head over heels in LOVE with this healthy Cranberry Blueberry Spring Mix Salad with Blueberry Balsamic Dressing! This scrumptious Summer salad is fun, fruity, and full of flavor!

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10. MUSHROOM LENTIL SALAD

From Delicious Everyday:: Click HERE for RECIPEThis heartyMushroom, Lemon and Lentil Saladis a nutritional powerhouse! Even better it only needs a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your pantry!

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11. BRUSSELS SPROUT SALAD

From Spend with Pennies :: Click HERE for RECIPEBrussels Sprout Salad. Shredded Brussels sprouts,crisp tart apples, feta cheese, cranberries, pomegranate arils and walnuts all tossed in a tangy honey dijon vinaigrette. This makes a perfect side or lunch.

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12. BUFFALO CHICKPEA SALAD

From Peas and Crayons :: Click HERE for RECIPEBuffalo-sauced eats don’t have to be unhealthy and salads can be anything but boring! This Buffalo Chickpea Salad is super easy to make, loaded withveggies, and delivers a much needed high-five to the tastebuds. Try it today!

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13. BERRY AVOCADO GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD

From Real Housemoms :: Click HERE for RECIPEEasy and healthy Berry Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad is a cinch to whip up in just 30 minutes with incredible flavors and textures. The poppyseed dressing brings all of those flavors together in this yummy salad!

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14. BALSAMIC TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD

From Real Housemoms :: Click HERE for RECIPEThis BALSAMIC TOMATO CHICKEN SALAD is packed with simple fresh ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to make! The perfect side for that summer backyard barbecue party!

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15. CHICKEN FAJITA WEDGE SALAD

From Diary of a Recipe Collector :: Click HERE for RECIPEThis Chicken Fajita Wedge Salad is a perfect way to enjoy fajitas in a light, healthy, and low-carb way!

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16. RAINBOW POWER GREENS SALAD WITH BLACK EYED PEAS

From Cotter Crunch :: Click HERE for RECIPEVegan Rainbow Power Greens Salad with Black Eyed Peas. A healthy gluten free power greens salad packed with lucky black eyed peas and super nutrients. A great way to start off the new year and get back on track with clean eating. Easy to make and full of flavor!

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17. BEST EVER STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD

From The Slow Roasted Italian :: Click HERE for RECIPEBest Ever Strawberry Spinach Salad will rock your world! This simple recipe is a celebration of summers bounty in the most spectacular salad you will ever eat. Fresh crisp spinach salad is taken to another level with bursts of sweetness from fresh summer fruit and buttery avocado. It is tossed in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette and topped with crunchy nuts and creamy cheese.

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18.GREEK SALAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC SALAD DRESSING

From Miss in the Kitchen :: Click HERE for the RECIPE Greek Salad with Roasted Garlic Salad Dressing is a flavor packed salad that can be served as a side or main dish for any night of the week!

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19.Loaded Taco Salad withChipotle Lime Sauce

From New South Charm :: Click HERE for the RECIPELoaded Taco Salad withChipotle Lime Sauceis the perfect weeknight dinner because it’s ready in just 20 minutes, flavor packed and always a crowd pleaser.

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20. AVOCADO MANGO SALAD

From Kudos Kitchen by Renee :: Click HERE for the RECIPE

Heart Healthy Avocado Mango Salad With Lime Poppy Seed Vinaigrette is a brightly flavored and satisfying salad. It makes a delicious dinner all by itself.Or for some added protein adda little cooked chicken breast or turkey. Your call. Your salad.

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21.FUJI APPLE SPINACH BACON SALAD WITH CREAMY HONEY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE

From Serena Bakes Simply from Scratch :: Click HERE for the RECIPE Fuji Apple Spinach Bacon Salad With Creamy Honey Mustard Vinaigrette makes a fun side or light lunch, and is perfect to bring to your next BBQ or Potluck!

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22.Low Carb Cheeseburger Salad

From The Country Cook :: Click HERE for the RECIPE This Low Carb Cheeseburger Salad has all of the flavors of a cheeseburger in an easy to make healthier lunch salad!

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23.SANTA FE CHICKEN SALAD

From The Bewitchin Kitchen :: Click HERE for the RECIPE Inspired by the Earl’s menu, this healthy salad recipe grilled blackened chicken, feta, peanuts, dates, tortilla strips, avocado, and topped with a peanut lime vinaigrette.

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24.POMEGRANATE PEAR SALAD

From Plated Cravings :: Click HERE for the RECIPE Pomegranate Pear Salad with Walnuts is loaded with flavors and would be a delicious addition to your Holiday dinner table! A vibrant salad full of different textures that is easy to whip up and makes every dinner special.

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25. APPLE PECAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD

From Real Housemoms :: Click HERE for RECIPEWonderfully crunchy, satisfying Apple Pecan Brussels Sprouts Salad is a perfect harmony of flavor and texture all doused in to-live-for bright and refreshing Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing!

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26. HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN SALAD

From Real Housemoms :: Click HERE for RECIPE This Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is not just another salad. My secret tip for this recipe is that the gorgeous honey mustard dressing does double duty as both a slather for the chickenandthe dressing for the salad!

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27. CREAMY SHRIMP AND DILL WEDGE SALAD

From Belly Full :: Click HERE for RECIPE Creamy Shrimp and Dill Wedge Salad – a creamy shrimp and dill mixture sit on top of crisp, fresh lettuce. This salad is layered with flavor, refreshing, and super easy to make!

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28. BBQ CHICKEN AVOCADO SALAD WITH AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING

From Great Grub Delicious Treats :: Click HERE for RECIPE This BBQ chicken avocado salad with avocado ranch dressing is super tasty and is a meal in itself.

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29. AVOCADO BLACK EYED PEA SALAD

From Call Me PMC :: Click HERE for RECIPE This light and vibrant Avocado Black Eyed Pea Salad is full of nutrients! Fresh, flavorful, and filling this is also an easy and simple recipe to put together.

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30. BLT SALAD

From Simply Stacie :: Click HERE for RECIPE There is so much to love about this salad with its fresh lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crispy bacon pieces, savoury/sweet croutons and a mouthwatering Honey Dijon vinaigrette. We ate it for supper as the main course and found it very filling.

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31. SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY POPPY SEED DRESSING

From Spend with Pennies :: Click HERE for RECIPE This Classic Spinach Salad recipe is topped with bacon, red onion, fresh mushrooms & boiled eggs. An easy homemade poppy seed dressing this is the perfect complement. This makes a delicious side or isgreat with grilled chicken for a complete meal.

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32.Hearts of Palm, Artichoke, Avocado and Butter Lettuce Salad

From That Skinny Chick can Bake :: Full Recipe HEREThis Hearts of Palm, Artichoke, Avocado and Butter Lettuce Salad is not light on flavor, but would be the perfect dish to “Lighten Up Your Holiday Table,” our Sunday Supper theme.

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33. GRILLED BARBECUE CHICKEN SALAD

From Real Housemoms :: Click HERE for the RECIPEGrilled Barbecue Chicken Saladwith Avocado Ranch Dressing is packed with crunchy veggies,crispytortilla strips, tender barbecue chicken and the most intoxicating dressing EVER! Better than your favorite restaurant salad at a fraction of the cost, but with ALL the flavor… And then some!

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34. APPLE BLUE CHEESE WALNUT SALAD

From Mama Loves Food :: Click HERE for RECIPE ThisApple Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad Recipeis easy, delicious, and will make you wish it was summer all year long!

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35. VEGETARIAN TACO SALAD

From The Country Cook :: Click HERE for RECIPE This salad is so filling (black beans have lots of fiber and protein!) that you won’t even miss the meat!

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36. MIXED GREENS AND CITRUS SALAD

From Lemons with Lulu :: Click HERE for RECIPEA mixed bag of greens and a variety of fresh fruits makes this citrus salad burst with flavor! The poppy seed dressing gets drizzled just before serving!

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37. Honey Mustard Chicken Salad

From A Saucy Kitchen :: Click HERE for RECIPE Honey Mustard Chicken Salad with bacon, avocado, sliced red onion, and sliced tomatoes topped with a three ingredient honey mustard dressing. Creamy, tangy and so addictive! Paleo & Dairy Free

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38. Double The Meat Hold the Bread Salad

From Oh Sweet Basil :: Click HERE for RECIPE This salad is our family favorite and guests beg us to make it when they visit. It seems so simple butdouble the meat hold the bread blt saladis amazing!

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FAQs

What is the most popular salad green? ›

The most popular of this type, and perhaps most popular of all the greens on this list, is iceberg lettuce. It was created in the 1940s as a sturdy head of lettuce that would hold up well to shipping.

Can you make a green salad the night before? ›

If you want to get ahead, you can wash and dry the lettuce a day in advance and store it, well-wrapped, in the fridge. You can also roast the nuts ahead of time and store them, loosely covered, at room temperature. The dressing is make ahead-friendly, too!

Which green salad is the healthiest? ›

Best: Spinach or Kale Salad

They have the most nutrients. Case in point: Kale and spinach have over 10 times more immune-boosting vitamins A and C than iceberg lettuce. Not a fan of those? Turn over a new leaf: Boston, bibb, and romaine lettuces have a mild flavor, while arugula and watercress have a peppery bite.

How do restaurants make salads so crisp? ›

Lettuce actually needs a good amount of airflow, in addition to a bit of moisture (but not too much!), in order to stay crisp. That's why restaurants store their lettuce in special perforated bins that allow for air circulation while it's held in the fridge.

What makes a salad more delicious? ›

How to make salad more interesting
  1. Add texture with roasted seeds or nuts. Seeds and nuts are a great salad topper. ...
  2. Make it more filling with whole grains. ...
  3. Beans and other legumes add plant-based protein. ...
  4. Fresh herbs add lots of flavour. ...
  5. Sweeten your salad with fruit. ...
  6. Make sure your salad is properly seasoned.

Why does restaurant lettuce taste better? ›

Season your greens

A good salad is always well-seasoned, and this shouldn't stop at the dressing. Most home cooks may not know this, but the way that chefs in restaurants get you to spend money on a salad you could easily make at home is by seasoning the greens.

Is it good to eat a salad everyday? ›

"Eating salads on a daily basis as part of an overall healthy lifestyle may support gradual weight loss over time," says Karnatz. "This is because leafy greens are low in calories and high in volume and fiber, which will keep you satisfied for longer," she adds.

What is the healthiest salad dressing? ›

Oil and vinegar.

In general, dressings with fewer ingredients tend to be healthier. And it doesn't get any simpler than oil and vinegar. “This is a great option, because it won't have any added sugar or salt,” says Allers.

Is spring mix healthier than romaine? ›

While spring mix, spinach, and kale are often hailed as the salad bar's nutritional powerhouses, the truth is that romaine is, as far as vitamins and minerals and all that good stuff is concerned, actually very comparable (and in some ways better) than its supposedly-so-much-more-virtuous cousins.

Should you put dressing on salad the night before? ›

Put your dressings together in mason jars, then label and store in the fridge. I personally like to dress my salads the day of because your veggies won't get soggy. If you have a tougher green (example kale) you can dress it on prep day.

What should be added to most salads right before eating and not ahead of time? ›

Just remember this rule: Larger pieces take longer to break down, so go big. There are just a few delicate ingredients that you shouldn't add until you're ready to eat the salad. Add now: Raw or cooked vegetables (beets, carrots, winter squash, sweet potatoes etc.)

Is it better to eat green salad before or after a meal? ›

Serving salad after the main course of a meal is an older tradition in Italy, and nowadays it is usually observed at large and formal dinners rather than during everyday meals. Eating a salad after a meal can help digestion, while eating one before a meal may help discourage overeating.

What is the most popular leafy green? ›

Many varieties of greens are available in the American markets-the most popular are collards, mustard greens, turnip greens, chard, spinach and kale. Eating dark green leafy vegetables is vital to a healthy, balanced diet.

What are the basic greens used in most salads? ›

9 Common Types of Salad Greens
  • Green Leaf or Red Leaf Lettuce. These two types of lettuce are packed with bright leafy flavor. ...
  • Arugula. Arugula has a peppery bite to its lacy and delicate leaves. ...
  • Napa Cabbage. ...
  • Bibb, Butter, or Boston Lettuce. ...
  • Frisee & Chicory. ...
  • Escarole. ...
  • Romaine. ...
  • Iceberg.
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What is the most popular salad in America? ›

Caesar Salad

It is a popular choice in many American restaurants and is often served as a side dish or a main course.

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