Your Christmas salad doesn’t have to be the same old boring bowl of greens! Why not give it a festive twist?
Imagine vibrant colors, seasonal flavors, and a dash of holiday magic. Sounds good?
Here are 25 mouthwatering winter salad ideas that will light up your holiday table and impress your guests!Ready to add some holiday cheer to your salad game? Let’s dive in!
25. Mango, avocado and macadamia salad
Add a tropical twist to your table! Sweet mango, creamy avocado, and crunchy macadamias make this salad a refreshing treat. Perfect for brightening up any holiday meal.
24. Warm smashed potato and radicchio salad with lemon aioli
Warm, hearty, and zesty! Soft potatoes and crisp radicchio get a flavor boost from tangy lemon aioli.
A simple way to elevate your potato salad game.
23. Roast pumpkin, heirloom tomato and feta salad
This salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate!
Sweet roasted pumpkin, juicy heirloom tomatoes, and tangy feta come together with a drizzle of maple mustard dressing.
It’s as bold in taste as it is in color.
22. Panzanella salad with heirloom tomatoes
Transport your guests to Tuscany!
This classic Italian bread salad features juicy heirloom tomatoes and crunchy croutons, bursting with Mediterranean charm.
21. Pearl couscous and pomegranate salad
Chewy pearl couscous meets juicy pomegranate seeds for a delightful mix of textures.
It’s light, refreshing, and packed with flavor—perfect for any festive occasion.
20. Christmas Pasta Salad
Bring holiday cheer to your table with this colorful Christmas pasta salad!
Green broccoli pesto and blanched broccoli meet roasted red peppers and tiny mozzarella balls.
Toss with mezze rigatoni for a dish that’s as festive as it is tasty. Bonus: hidden veggies make it even better!
19. Christmas Wreath Salad
Create an edible holiday wreath with kale, pine nuts, pickled peppers, fennel, and dried cranberries.
Toss everything in a tangy lemon-Parmesan dressing for a salad that’s as beautiful as it is flavorful. Perfect for festive gatherings!
18. Beet-Orange Salad
This easy beet-based starter relies on a sherry vinegar dressing, peppery arugula and seasonal blood oranges for added flavor.
17. Olive and Celery Salad with Roasted Red Peppers
This vibrant red and green salad is a stunning addition to any Christmas table.
With olives, celery, and roasted red peppers, it’s fresh, crunchy, and full of festive flair.
16. Fennel Orange Salad
Fresh and simple, this fennel orange salad is a Christmas classic.
Crisp fennel pairs perfectly with juicy oranges for a refreshing bite. Make it a day ahead to save time and enjoy its flavors even more.
15. Orange and Olives Salad
A cherished family tradition, this orange and olive salad is light, easy, and festive.
With its bright colors and fresh flavors, it’s sure to make your holiday table shine.
14. Festive Tossed Salad with Feta
This quick and easy Christmas salad pairs well with any main dish.
Packaged greens, dried cranberries, and creamy feta cheese create a perfect balance of flavors. A true holiday delight!
13. Simple Italian Salad
Homemade croutons steal the show in this classic Italian salad.
Toss in juicy grape tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy pepperoncinis for a fresh, flavorful dish. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete experience.
12. Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Orange Dressing
Roasted pumpkin, dried fruits, and crumbled goat cheese make this salad a seasonal sensation.
The orange dressing, made with honey, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar, ties everything together beautifully.
11. Holiday Salad
Packed with festive flavors, this salad features crisp apple slices, tangy blue cheese, and smoky nuts.
It’s perfect for the entire holiday season. Make extra—you’ll need it!
10. Cornbread Salad
Who says salads can’t be comforting?
Layers of cheesy jalapeño cornbread, beans, corn, veggies, and chipotle-ranch dressing make this dish unforgettable. Perfect for sharing!
9. Green Bean Salad
A fresh twist on the classic green bean casserole!
Crisp green beans, juicy tomatoes, red onions, olives, cheese, and almonds come together for a crunchy, flavorful salad.
8. Classic Three-Bean Salad
Lighten things up with this vibrant three-bean salad.
Fresh green beans, canned beans, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette create a dish that’s perfect for potlucks and family dinners.
7. Red and Green Fruit Salad with Mint Syrup
Add a pop of color to your holiday brunch!
This fruit salad uses a refreshing mint syrup for sweetness and a festive twist.
6. Caprese Christmas Wreath
This Caprese salad doubles as a stunning centerpiece for your holiday table.
Mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil are arranged into a wreath, making it as beautiful as it is delicious.
5. Red Hot Jello Salad
This Red Hot Jello Salad is a bit nostalgic and perfectly delicious!
Serve it as a fun side dish for dinner! It’s also a great accompaniment to holiday meals!
4. Christmas Fruit Salad
This little Christmas Fruit Salad helped start to put me in Christmas mode this morning.
We always make a special fruit salad and some kind of protein Christmas morning to help counter act all the sweets we consume.
3. Fruit and Chicken Salad With Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing
The best part of a salad is always the toppings and this beauty is loaded with the good stuff.
All of the fruit, chicken, nuts and cheese go deliciously with the simple to make poppy seed dressing.
2. Tomato, melon and prosciutto salad
Wedges of rockmelon wrapped in Italian dry-cured ham with lots of yummy extras such as tomatoes, rocket and hazelnuts? Now that’s a salad!
1. Watermelon, pomegranate and feta salad
In cheery Christmas colours of red and green, this stunning salad will garner all the oohs and ahhs.
To save time, buy a punnet of pomegranate arils from the supermarket – too easy!
