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30 Mediterranean Salad Recipes You’ll Love

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Mediterranean salads are all about fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and simple combinations that just work. Think juicy tomatoes with creamy feta and fragrant oregano, Turkish white beans tossed in a...

Chef's Pencil Staff

October 26, 2026

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Warm Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables & Tahini Dressing

This warm quinoa salad brings together roasted vegetables, fluffy quinoa, and a creamy tahini dressing for a dish that’s both nourishing and full of flavor. The natural sweetness of roasted...

Diana Oana

August 5, 2026

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High-Protein Mediterranean Chicken & Chickpea Salad

This protein-packed Mediterranean chicken and chickpea salad is packed with bold Mediterranean flavors and plenty of healthy, nourishing ingredients. Tender chicken breast is paired with chickpeas, quinoa, baby spinach, and...

Diana Oana

May 19, 2026

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Crispy Catfish Salad

Crispy Catfish Salad, or Yum Pla Dook Foo, is a beloved Thai dish that perfectly captures the country’s signature balance of texture and flavor. Delicate strands of airy, crispy catfish...

Chef Lyn

February 26, 2026

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Mediterranean Bean Salad

This Greek-style bean salad is the kind of simple, everyday dish that proves great food doesn’t need to be complicated. Quick to prepare and full of fresh flavors, it brings...

Giorgos Tsoulis

January 9, 2026

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Salade de Homard (Blue Lobster Salad w/ Pigeon)

Chef Yuu Shimano’s Salade d’Homard pays tribute to the timeless French lobster salad while expressing the distinct culinary identity of Restaurant Yuu. Combining sweet blue lobster, smoky pigeon, house-cured ham,...

Chef Yuu Shimano

October 20, 2025

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Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam)

This fresh and delicious Thai green papaya salad recipe comes from Chef Lyn, a chef instructor at the renowned Siam Culinary Academy in Bangkok. This is a classic Thai salad that’s been...

Chef Lyn

July 24, 2025

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Oriental Salad: Romanian Potato & Egg Salad

Kalamata olives, dill, olive oil, and red bell peppers—although it looks like a typical Mediterranean salad, this is actually a classic Romanian potato and egg salad, known locally as Salată...

Elena-Greta Apostol

March 19, 2025

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Caprese Pasta Salad

If you love the classic Italian Caprese salad, with its simple yet perfect combination of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, then this Caprese Pasta Salad is a must-try!...

Elena-Greta Apostol

March 7, 2025

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Mediterranean Salad with Roasted Potatoes

Enjoy a unique twist on roasted potatoes—air-fried to perfection (or baked in the oven) and combined with Mediterranean classics such as feta cheese, olive oil, Kalamata olives and fresh dill...

Diana Oana

February 27, 2025

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Pico de Gallo Shrimp & Avocado Salad

Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexico, Chef Giorgos Tsoulis crafts an irresistible Pico de Gallo Shrimp and Avocado Salad. Juicy shrimp are paired with fresh tomatoes, crisp onions, creamy...

Giorgos Tsoulis

December 9, 2024

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Politiki Salad: Greek Cabbage & Carrot Salad

Politiki salad, known locally as “Politiki Salata” or “Cabbage and Carrot Salad,” is a traditional dish from Greece, usually served as a refreshing side. It features thinly shredded white &...

Giorgos Tsoulis

November 26, 2024

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Ensalada de Gallina: Venezuelan Chicken Salad

Ensalada de Gallina is a Venezuelan chicken salad made with shredded chicken and it’s a Venezuelan Christmas staple. The ingredients are humble, but when combined, they create a formidable dish...

Janice Díaz Santana

November 8, 2024

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Christmas Rice & Brussels Sprout Salad

This Christmas rice & brussels sprout salad is the perfect (healthy) festive side dish. This vibrant salad brings together hearty Carolina rice, sautéed Brussels sprouts, tangy pomegranate seeds, creamy blue...

Giorgos Tsoulis

November 7, 2024

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Black Quinoa and Rice Salad with Fruits & Nuts

A hearty salad, rich in colors and aromas, featuring the power of fruits and the nutritional benefits of black quinoa! This black quinoa and rice salad with fruits & nuts...

Giorgos Tsoulis

November 6, 2024

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Curry-Spiced Fruit & Nut Garden Salad

When you’re craving something light yet exciting, try this scrumptious curry-spiced fruit and nut garden salad by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis. It’s a vibrant green salad with crisp apple, crunchy nuts,...

Giorgos Tsoulis

November 5, 2024

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Lemon Basil Chickpea Pasta Salad

This must be one of the best combinations ever existed. It’s quick, easy to make and full of flavor, perfect for a light lunch or a refreshing side. Tossed with...

Mia Florea

September 3, 2024

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5-Minute Sesame Carrot Salad

Slightly sour, slightly crunchy, with lots of lemon, sesame and mint, this sesame carrot salad is a bomb of freshness and flavor. It’s perfect to pair with many types of...

Elena-Greta Apostol

August 6, 2024

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Traditional Greek Salad with Feta Cheese

This wonderfully simple and delicious Greek salad is beloved across Southern Europe. I believe there’s nothing better for the summer season than a refreshing blend of colorful vegetables, diced feta,...

Elena-Greta Apostol

July 11, 2024

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Greek Pasta Salad

Greek salad is possibly the most loved summer salad on the Mediterranean. This version is an even tastier version: Greek Pasta Salad. This Greek pasta salad is easy to make...

Elena-Greta Apostol

July 11, 2024

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Piyaz: Turkish White Bean Salad

Legume salads, featuring ingredients like white beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, broad beans, and black-eyed peas, are essential for anyone looking to familiarize themselves with Turkish salads. When seasoned with olive...

Feyza Kirmaci

June 24, 2024

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Çoban Salata (Turkish Sheperd’s Salad)

The most popular of Turkish salads is Çoban salad (literally translated to shepherd’s salad). It’s a light and wonderful summer salad made with roughly chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, and...

Feyza Kirmaci

June 24, 2024

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Curry Chicken Salad with Celery

This curry chicken salad with celery is a flavorful, vitamin-packed and protein-rich dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Enjoy! Related: Marinated Grilled Chicken Salad with Roasted PeppersRelated: Salpicão de...

Razvan Stupar

December 20, 2023

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Oven-baked Salmon with Potato Salad, Poached Egg & Quick Pickles

This is a delicious dish that works great for both lunch or dinner. The potatoes represent the humble base from which the other components are elevated. Make sure to give...

Razvan Stupar

October 3, 2023

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