27 Christmas Salads That Make Eating Fresh Extra Festive
Christmas salads might just be the festive twist your holiday spread is missing! Crisp, colorful, and bursting with seasonal flavors, these salads bring a fresh balance to all those rich holiday dishes. Imagine a mix of juicy pomegranates, roasted nuts, and vibrant greens adding a pop of color to your table—it’s a simple way to make the meal feel even more special. Plus, with so many options to customize, there’s a Christmas salad recipe to please everyone at your gathering.
Christmas Jello Salad
Looking for a fun, classic, and colorful holiday treat? This Christmas Jello Salad is super easy, tasty, and feeds a crowd, perfect for all your holiday parties.
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Winter Holiday Salad
This Winter Holiday Salad is loaded with baby greens, pear, pomegranate, pistachios and goat cheese which all gets topped off with a delicious, sweet and tangy pomegranate vinaigrette. The perfect salad for Christmas, Thanksgiving or a regular weeknight dinner!
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Sweet Potato Kale Salad
The sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection, giving them a crispy exterior and a soft, fluffy inside. Add chickpeas for a boost of protein and extra deliciousness.
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Smoked Salmon Wreath
This Smoked Salmon Wreath will make a stunning centrepiece for your festive table. Served with a delicious herb and yoghurt sauce, this easy salad is a quick, no-cook, elegant dish. It is a perfect starter for a heavier meal to follow and ideal for entertaining over the Christmas season.
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Walnut Pear Salad
Try a tantalizingly tangy and rich Walnut Pear Salad if you are looking for a myriad of fantastic flavors! This scrumptious salad provides an incredible series of different and distinctive flavors. You will taste the creamy, strong feta, the rich walnuts, sweet pears, and tangy red wine vinaigrette.
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Cranberry Fluff Salad
Cranberry fluff salad is a delicious no bake dessert made with cranberry sauce, cream cheese, cool whip, pineapple, coconut, and marshmallows. The billowy, creamy dessert salad is the perfect balance of sweet and tart— and heartwarmingly retro, too!
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Ensalada de Nochebuena – Christmas Eve Salad
This traditional Ensalada de Nochebuena or Christmas Eve Salad is a colourful fruit salad featuring fresh pomegranates, oranges, pineapple, jicama and beets in a citrusy dressing.
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Cypriot Grain Salad
A hugely popular menu item, this salad combines grains, fresh herbs, nuts and dried fruits. It’s easy, quick and filling – plus, it’s shamelessly good-looking and sure to impress your guests.
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Arugula Orange Pomegranate Salad
The flavors of fall and winter come alive with this Arugula Orange Pomegranate Salad! It’s a refreshing blend of sweet and savory flavors, with a tangy pomegranate dressing to bring everything together. It’s perfect for dinner parties, holidays or any night of the week!
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Burrata Caprese Salad
Luxurious creamy burrata paired with the sharp flavours of a classic Caprese salad is a match made in heaven. A great go-to summer recipe this delicious burrata caprese salad is simple to make and looks pretty on the plate too. The perfect side dish that’s sure to wow your guests.
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Cucumber Beet Salad
Nutritious beets, refreshing cucumbers, and toasted chickpeas all come together in this wholesome Cucumber Beet Salad! Drizzle a luscious basil balsamic vinaigrette over it for the most perfect flavor combination. Serve this beautiful dish at your holiday get-togethers or prep it for several days worth of nutrient-filled meals!
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Caprese Salad Christmas Wreath
Caprese Salad Christmas Wreath is festive, fresh, and perfect for any party or holiday meal! Whether served as an appetizer or a side dish, this super simple-to-make dish is always a hit.
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Christmas Salad
Are you looking for a healthier option for your holiday meal? Try out this easy and delicious Christmas salad recipe! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with festive flavors, it’s the perfect addition to any holiday spread.
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Christmas Wreath Salad with Pomegranate and Pear
This Christmas Wreath Salad with pomegranate, pear and cranberries is a stunning, light and delicious side dish that is perfect for holiday entertaining! It looks fancy, but is so quick and easy to make! The ultimate red and green themed winter salad to impress your guests this holiday season.
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Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
Cooked quinoa is a great base for a tasty salad. It’s filling, tasty and pairs wonderfully with the fresh ingredients used. It’s a versatile recipe and you can enjoy the Mediterranean quinoa salad as a side dish or as a main course.
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Persimmon Salad
Sweet winter persimmons headline this festive winter salad with prosciutto, cranberries, goat cheese and pecans.
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Old-Fashioned Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Old-fashioned strawberry pretzel salad is a delicious layered dessert made with fresh strawberries, cream cheese, crushed pretzels, strawberry jello, and cool whip. The classic summer dessert is also a wonderful make-ahead dish for the holidays, potlucks, or any occasion.
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Pomegranate Arugula Salad, Apples and Pecans
Healthy pomegranate salad with arugula, apples, and pecans is super easy to make, pretty, and perfect for any occasion! My pomegranate arugula salad bursts with delicious flavors from the slightly spiced arugula, sweet and crisp apples, and crunchy pecans. This easy salad is bejeweled with fresh pomegranate seeds or arils…
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Cranberry Pretzel Salad
Just in time for the holidays, this Cranberry Pretzel Salad recipe has a festive tart flavor twist on the traditional sweet and salty dessert. Made with a buttery baked pretzel base, a sweet cream cheese mixture in the middle, and a tangy cranberry top.
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Holiday Salad with Kale, Persimmon and Pomegranate
This Holiday Salad is as festive as it is delicious, and will add sparkle to any meal! It’s a tasty blend of hardy kale, sweet persimmon, pomegranate, feta cheese and toasted pecans tossed in a tangy, sweet citrus maple dressing. Ingredients may be prepped in advance so you have time to enjoy the holidays!
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Smoked Salmon Potato Salad
This smoked salmon potato salad recipe ticks all the boxes! Packed with delicious smoked salmon, creamy potatoes, and fresh herbs, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or simply looking for a quick and easy side dish, this potato salad is the perfect choice.
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Spinach Gorgonzola Salad with Pear and Pomegranate
Treat your friends and family to this festive Italian-inspired Spinach Gorgonzola Salad: a tantalizing blend of crisp pears, bright Christmas-colored ingredients and creamy Gorgonzola cheese. Perfect for the holiday season!
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Caprese Christmas Wreath
This Caprese Christmas Wreath is the ideal addition to your festive table. Not only is it a delicious and popular salad, but it makes an attractive table centrepiece. Enjoy it as an appetiser or serve it as a side dish; it is the ideal companion to hot or cold dishes, meat, fish or poultry.
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Kale and Pomegranate Salad
Colorful Kale and Pomegranate Salad features bright seasonal flavors. Tart, sweet, and crunchy, enjoy it as a light lunch or festive holiday starter.
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Winter Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
This Winter Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing features a fantastic blend of tangy, sweet, and acidic flavors. This salad is made up of pomegranate seeds, also known as pomegranate arils, feta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing, amongst others. Easy to make, you’ll have a big bowl ready to serve at your holiday dinner in just 10 minutes!
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Christmas Caprese Salad
This Christmas Caprese Salad features juicy tomato slices, fresh mozzarella and basil leaves arranged in the shape of a candy cane. Serve it as a holiday salad or as a simple Christmas appetizer. This fun and festive candy cane caprese is always a hit around the holidays and the best part is that it’s super easy to make and can be assembled in minutes!
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Spinach Pear and Feta Salad
This Spinach, Pear, and Feta Salad is sprinkled with sweet pomegranate arils and earthy walnuts and is tossed in your favorite balsamic vinegarette. A perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and crunchy, it takes just 5 minutes to make!
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