salad Recipes
85 delicious salad recipes from around the world
Fattoush
Lebanese bread salad - crispy fried pita pieces with fresh vegetables dressed in sumac and pomegranate molasses vinaigrette.
Tabbouleh
Lebanese parsley salad - more herb than grain, with finely chopped parsley, mint, tomatoes, and just a touch of bulgur.
Tabbouleh
Lebanese parsley salad - mostly parsley with bulgur, tomato, mint. Refreshingly green.
Fattoush
Lebanese bread salad - crispy pita with vegetables and sumac dressing. Crunchy mezze salad.
Fattoush
Lebanese bread salad - crunchy pita salad with sumac dressing. Summer mezze star.
Fattoush
Lebanese bread salad - fresh salad with toasted pita and sumac. Summer essential.
Tabbouleh
Lebanese parsley salad - parsley-dominant with bulgur and tomatoes. National salad.
Salad Shirazi
Shirazi salad - finely diced cucumber, tomato, onion salad. Persian essential.
Acılı Ezme (Spicy Turkish Tomato and Pepper Dip)
Acılı Ezme is a vibrant and intensely flavorful Turkish meze (appetizer) or side dish. It's a finely chopped salad made from ripe tomatoes, crisp peppers, and pungent onion, bound together with spicy pepper paste and aromatic herbs. Traditionally served with grilled meats (kebabs) and warm bread, it offers a refreshing yet zesty contrast.
Asinan Betawi
Asinan Betawi is a vibrant and refreshing Jakarta-style pickled salad featuring crisp vegetables, bean sprouts, and fried tofu, all tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy peanut sauce. A popular street food, it offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
Bánh Đa Trộn (Vietnamese Mixed Red Rice Noodles)
A vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese mixed noodle salad featuring chewy red rice paper noodles tossed with succulent shrimp, tender beef, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables, all coated in a savory nuoc cham dressing and topped with crispy fried shallots. This dish is best served at room temperature.
Bánh Tráng Trộn (Vietnamese Mixed Rice Paper Salad)
A popular and vibrant Saigon street snack, Bánh Tráng Trộn features shredded rice paper mixed with a flavorful sauce, quail eggs, dried beef, and fresh mango, offering a delightful combination of textures and tangy, spicy flavors. Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crunch.
Çoban Salatası (Shepherd's Salad)
A quintessential Turkish shepherd's salad, featuring finely diced fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and peppers, tossed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. It's a staple served alongside almost every Turkish meal.
Ezme (Spicy Turkish Tomato Salad)
Ezme is a vibrant and refreshing Turkish meze, or appetizer, featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, onions, and fresh herbs, all brought together with a zesty dressing. It's known for its bright flavors and a pleasant kick of spice, making it an essential accompaniment to grilled meats, kebabs, or simply enjoyed with warm flatbread.
Fattoush
A vibrant and refreshing Lebanese bread salad featuring crispy fried pita pieces tossed with an array of fresh vegetables and a tangy sumac and pomegranate molasses vinaigrette.
Gado Gado
Gado Gado is a vibrant Indonesian vegetable salad featuring blanched or steamed vegetables, firm tofu, and hard-boiled eggs, all generously coated in a rich and savory peanut sauce. It's a beloved Javanese street food classic.
Gado-Gado
Gado-Gado, meaning 'mix-mix' in Indonesian, is a vibrant and nutritious salad featuring a medley of blanched and fresh vegetables, firm tofu, and hard-boiled eggs, all generously coated in a rich and savory peanut dressing. It's a classic Indonesian dish that is both satisfying and healthy.
Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải (Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad)
A vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese salad featuring tender shredded chicken and crisp shredded cabbage, tossed in a zesty nuoc cham dressing and garnished with fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and crispy fried shallots. Perfect as a light appetizer or a satisfying main course.
Hindbeh bil Zeit (Sautéed Dandelion Greens with Olive Oil and Onions)
A classic Lebanese mezze dish featuring tender, slightly bitter dandelion greens sautéed with sweet caramelized onions and rich olive oil. The interplay of bitter greens and sweet onions creates a uniquely satisfying flavor profile.
Karedok
A vibrant and refreshing Sundanese raw vegetable salad from West Java, featuring a medley of crisp vegetables coated in a rich and spicy peanut sauce. Unlike Gado-Gado, Karedok is served entirely raw.
Kerabu Mangga (Spicy Green Mango Salad)
A vibrant and refreshing Malaysian salad featuring shredded unripe mango, tossed with a spicy, tangy, and savory dressing. This dish is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, with a delightful crunch.
Ketoprak
A vibrant and flavorful Indonesian tofu salad, a popular Jakarta street food featuring fried tofu, rice cakes, vermicelli, and crisp bean sprouts, all generously coated in a rich, sweet and savory peanut sauce.
Larb (Thai Minced Meat Salad)
A vibrant and zesty Thai minced meat salad, featuring a spicy lime dressing, fresh herbs, and the unique nutty crunch of toasted rice powder. While often considered the national dish of Laos, it is incredibly popular and beloved throughout Thailand, particularly in the Isaan region.
Nam Tok Moo (Thai Waterfall Pork Salad)
Nam Tok Moo, meaning 'waterfall pork', is a vibrant and spicy Thai grilled pork salad originating from the Isaan region. It's characterized by its juicy, tender pork that's sliced and then tossed in a zesty dressing with toasted rice powder, chili, and fresh herbs. The name refers to the delicious juices that 'drip' from the grilled pork, resembling a waterfall.