10 Quick & Easy Lettuce Salad Recipes
Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal in minutes? These quick and easy salad recipes are packed with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and simple prep steps—perfect for busy days. Whether you need a light lunch, a refreshing side, or a hearty dinner salad, this collection has something for everyone. Grab your favorite greens, toss in some vibrant toppings, and enjoy a meal that’s as effortless as it is delicious!
Easy Chinese Chicken Salad
This Easy Chinese Chicken Salad is fresh, flavorful, and comes together in just 15 minutes! It’s packed with crunchy red cabbage, crispy chow mein noodles, and juicy mandarin oranges, all tossed in a delicious dressing with soy sauce, ginger, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Light, crisp, and full of bold flavors—it’s the perfect salad! Get the Recipe: Easy Chinese Chicken Salad
Taco Salad
This easy taco salad is a weeknight winner! Packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh veggies, crunchy tortilla strips, and a creamy dressing, it comes together in just 25 minutes. It’s hearty enough for dinner and a total hit at potlucks and parties! Get the Recipe: Taco Salad
Loaded Fattoush Salad
You’re going to love this loaded Fattoush Salad! It’s packed with crisp veggies, just like the classic, but with a twist—I added chickpeas and feta for extra flavor and protein. The zesty Mediterranean dressing with fresh herbs takes it to the next level, making it just as good (if not better!) than your favorite local spot. One bite, and you’ll wonder where this salad has been all your life! Get the Recipe: Loaded Fattoush Salad
House Salad
Everyone needs a go-to House Salad recipe! You know that simple, yet insanely good tossed salad you can’t stop eating at a restaurant? This is that salad—but even better because you can make it at home! It’s fresh, easy, and perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or when you’ve got company coming over. Get the Recipe: House Salad
Copycat Olive Garden Salad
We love making this Copycat Olive Garden Salad! It’s one of our favorite restaurant salads, and I’m so glad we can enjoy it at home anytime. Get the Recipe: Copycat Olive Garden Salad
Chef Salad
Crisp lettuce piled high with fresh veggies, ham, turkey, eggs, and cheese—finished off with ranch or Thousand Island dressing. Simple, hearty, and delicious! Get the Recipe: Chef Salad
Arugula Apple and Walnut Salad
This arugula apple salad is packed with crunchy walnuts, creamy goat cheese, and crisp apples, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s super easy to throw together and makes a fresh, flavorful side for any weeknight dinner! Get the Recipe: Arugula Apple and Walnut Salad
Lemon Parmesan Chopped Salad
This 10-minute lemon parmesan chopped salad is crisp, refreshing, and packed with flavor! It’s light, super crunchy, and the perfect summer side. With just a few simple ingredients, this one-bowl wonder goes with everything—pasta, grilled meats, roasted veggies, you name it! Get the Recipe: Lemon Parmesan Chopped Salad
Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
This classic Blue Cheese Wedge Salad has crisp iceberg lettuce, crunchy bacon, tangy blue cheese crumbles, creamy blue cheese dressing, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Simple, fresh, and full of flavor! Get the Recipe: Blue Cheese Wedge Salad
Big Mac Salad
This hearty dish has all the Big Mac flavors you love—savory ground beef, crisp lettuce, melty cheese, and our spot-on copycat Big Mac Sauce—minus the bun! Get the Recipe: Big Mac Salad
Southwest Chicken Salad
This Southwest Chicken Salad is loaded with seasoned grilled chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado on a bed of crisp lettuce. Topped with a tangy honey lime dressing, it’s a tasty main dish salad that’ll take your taste buds straight to the sunny Southwest! Get the Recipe: Southwest Chicken Salad
Southwest Chicken Salad
If you’re after a tasty and simple salad, this Southwest Chicken Salad has everything you need! It’s full of juicy grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a zesty homemade Southwest dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Let me show you how easy it is to make this at home! Get the Recipe: Southwest Chicken Salad
Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese
This Beet and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese is a vibrant mix of flavors! You’ve got sweet, earthy beets, peppery arugula, and creamy goat cheese, all drizzled with a homemade Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette. So fresh and delicious! Get the Recipe: Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese
Burrata Salad with Roasted Tomatoes
This Roasted Tomato Salad with Burrata is the perfect summer dish—hearty but light, with jammy tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a sweet and tangy vinaigrette. So simple, yet so flavorful! Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Roasted Tomatoes