Today: Win a pair of Hand Carved Wood Salad Servers from the Shop.
A well-prepared salad is a work of art. Whether it's a brimming bowl full of massaged kale, roughly chopped raddicchio, or oversized leaves of collard greens, any old pair of salad serving tongs just won't do. Carefully crafted by Board & Bread
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in Nashville, Tennesee, these Hand Carved Wood Salad Servers are 12 inches of gorgeous black walnut wood that have been treated with food safe oil and wax.
We're giving away a pair to one lucky salad-lover. All you need to do to enter is tell us your favorite salad in the comments below by Monday April 13 at 12 PM EST and we'll randomly choose a winner. Contest open to US Residents only.
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Sandy
April 17, 2015
I especially like a berry and apple salad over spring greens with raspberry vinegarette.
Fred C.
April 14, 2015
Learned today that posting comments using my iPad was worthless---not even included in these, so not included in the contest. Just a heads-up if you're reading using the FLIP app. Seven of us got left out. Boo Hisss! Wonder if the site is aware or cares.
Michelle
April 13, 2015
Love some arugula/spinach with radishes, red onion, (protein: chicken, tofu, tuna, salmon), feta, olive oil, balsamic vinegar !
Phoebe229
April 13, 2015
This time of year, my favorite salad is my version of Panzanella (aka Italian bread salad).
Jade S.
April 12, 2015
My current favorite salad includes kale, quinoa, artichokes, tomatoes and an incredible spicy cilantro dressing.
Kara M.
April 12, 2015
Zucchini chicken salad with marcona almonds. I'm looking forward to summer when I can start making this again!
Gianna
April 12, 2015
A simple but delicious balsamic vinaigrette with lots of cherry tomatoes and parmesan. Yum.
three P.
April 12, 2015
I like to make a chef's salad with a creamy dill dressing I knocked off a local restaurant, based on heavy cream.
Jill F.
April 12, 2015
Kale, apple, radish, dried apricot, date, hazelnut, Farro (or sprouted brown rice), lemon-tahini dressing. YUM.
Regan C.
April 11, 2015
Kale, shredded broccoli, dried cranberries, poppyseed dressing, and sunflower seeds.
Amanda N.
April 11, 2015
Watercress salad with lime, fish sauce, and thinly sliced sauteed beef. Salty, tart, bitter, sweet! It's perfect.
Lily
April 11, 2015
My current favorite: cannellini beans, fennel, celery, little bit of lettuce and herbs with parm shavings and white wine vinegar dressing. Mmmm!
Sarah C.
April 11, 2015
Farro feta mint salad with olive oil and lemon scattered with red onion and cherry tomatoes
Alissa P.
April 11, 2015
Middle eastern tomatoes and cucumber with oil and lemon juice. Great to accompany any meal!
Jesi L.
April 11, 2015
Oak leaf with thin sliced pears and reading and a vinaigrette made from extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and truffle oil.
Alex D.
April 11, 2015
Insalata Nostrana @nostranapdx ... Caesar-style with radicchio... always craving.
Betty
April 11, 2015
warm quinoa, broccoli, kale, garlic, toasted sunflower seeds, edamame, tofu :). Topped with some garlic-sesame-ginger dressing!
meredith
April 11, 2015
baby spinach, dried cranberries, roasted beets, toasted sunflower seeds, shelled edamame, slivered almonds, goat cheese, and hard boiled egg with red wine vinegar & extra virgin olive oil
EB
April 11, 2015
Mixed greens, avocado, blueberries, dried cranberries, cucumber, goat cheese and a shallot citrus whole grain mustard vinaigrette!
pandapotamus
April 11, 2015
I've been really enjoying salads with zoodles, cabbage, and bell peppers!
Marcelinarae
April 11, 2015
I am always after the satisfaction had by just completing a caprese salad with the usual tomato, mozzarella and basil, but then upgraded with avocado and a couple of spicy sautéed shrimp.
canoodle
April 11, 2015
Right now, it's Salad Sevillana (recipe is on epicurious). I use turkey bacon and sometimes no meat at all. And the dressing goes with so many other things. I think I've eaten it 4 times this week, at least.
Kate T.
April 11, 2015
my mom's 'summer salad'. perfect when all the best produce is rolling in. sliced tomatoes, red onion, cukes and green peppers with sour cream and salt and pepper- nothing else. could not be simpler. just let it marinate a bit. the veg will release some juices that combine with the sour cream. i'm drooling!
Christie L.
April 11, 2015
Serious Eats has a recipe for a barley, feta, tomato, and broccoli salad that we LOVE and make all the time.
Brittany P.
April 11, 2015
My favorite salad is grilled corn and bell pepper salad with radishes in cilantro lime vinegrette.
Julie M.
April 11, 2015
Taco. Salad. I order one whenever I travel to new places. It's so not exciting but, so hard to mess up. So good.
Chris
April 11, 2015
My favorite salad is one that I've only seen in northeastern Ohio. Called a Bitikar Salad, it has romaine, blue cheese, cauliflower crumbles and bacon in a creamy dressing. I dream of it.
Amullen
April 11, 2015
I'm a raw veggie lover thanks to my parents and their garden. So, my favorite salad is literally loads of veggies. Spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, sweet peppers, cauliflower, broccoli, beets, and maybe some green olives. Oil and vinegar, salt and pepper. Boom.
Clint E.
April 11, 2015
We call it a fall harvest salad. Roasted squash, apples, pecans, kale, beans, and if we can find them: chicken of the woods mushrooms!
Paul H.
April 11, 2015
Waldorf or Chef salad- though I like making the latter more than I like eating them, because my wife loves the way that I make them.
Noreen K.
April 11, 2015
Arugula and croutons from the farmers market, topped with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground pepper.
Heather N.
April 11, 2015
My favorite salad only has five ingredients: Garlic, Salt, Olive Oil, Half of a Lemon and Green Leaf Lettuce
I smash the garlic cloves (as much as you like...I love garlic and use 3 cloves) olive oil (I eyeball 1-2 T.), juice from half a lemon and salt (1/2 tsp.) together in a wooden bowl and then toss with green leaf lettuce.
I smash the garlic cloves (as much as you like...I love garlic and use 3 cloves) olive oil (I eyeball 1-2 T.), juice from half a lemon and salt (1/2 tsp.) together in a wooden bowl and then toss with green leaf lettuce.
Jennifer L.
April 11, 2015
I love little gem lettuce with avocado, pumpkin seeds, goat cheese, watermelon radish, asparagus...and if I'm lucky grilled salmon on top!
Bobette
April 11, 2015
Arugula & Spinach salad with black cherries, goat cheese, pistachios and honey dijon dressing.
Emily J.
April 10, 2015
Honestly, it's the Northern Spy's Kale Salad found on your website (http://food52.com/recipes/15584-northern-spy-s-kale-salad). It changed my view on raw kale salads completely. I modified it a bit w/ balsamic vinegar instead of lemon juice & loaded it with more oven roasted veggies. I served it to my co-workers and I gave the recipe out & got rave compliments from their family. It was my first recipe from this website and after that I KNEW this would be a great resource of recipes.
Melissa J.
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad is a feta, walnut, and avacado spinach salad with homemade basil vinaigrette. Mmm.
Marian G.
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad is a few mixed greens, with a little radicchio, arugula, roasted beets, crumbled goat cheeses, thinly sliced pear or peach, spicy sweet candied pecans and a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette.
Jen S.
April 10, 2015
Cesear with homemade crutons, light dressing, and a farm-fresh sunny side up egg!
Sassy1
April 10, 2015
Orange, red onion, spinach and black olives with olive oil, lemon and garlic dressing.
lizaH
April 10, 2015
I love the Canyon Ranch spinach salad with strawberry champagne vinaigrette, marinated apple slices, chevre cheese, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries.
kay
April 10, 2015
My Nana's salad of baby mixed greens, handsfull of torn fresh herbs (such as dill cilantro, parsley, jullianned carrots, thin red onion and fresh herb dressing with crumbled blue cheese.
Alexandra E.
April 10, 2015
It's a tie between a good, extra-basil panzanella and an orange, red onion, and black olive summer salad.
Bethany
April 10, 2015
Escarole, blood orange, quick-pickled red onions, and roasted hazelnuts dressed with olive oil, pickling vinegar, and Parmesan.
Sarah
April 10, 2015
Chopped fennel, peeled orange slices, good olive oil, kosher salt, ground black pepper. Yummy.
Susie E.
April 10, 2015
Watercress, grated carrots, tomatoes, green onions, toss with olive oil &vinegar, salt. A staple from Argentina. Buen provecho!
Anne D.
April 10, 2015
Arugula tossed with great EVOO, vinegar, salt, and pepper, topped with tissue-thin slices of bresaola and Parmesan. One of the genius staples of Italy.
Amanda S.
April 10, 2015
Strawberry Spinach Salad! It's an amazing pairing all summer and lightens any meal/occasion.
candace
April 10, 2015
A grilled Panzanella Salad !! OMG my mouth is watering just thinking about it.. and it's that time of year again.
Jessica M.
April 10, 2015
Red leaf lettuce, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, olive oil & balsamic vinegar, sea salt, a little pepper, and a little italian seasoning. Yum.
Noelle
April 10, 2015
My favorite is a roast veggie salad, a hearty dinner salad that I'm proud to serve to anyone:
http://www.veggienumnum.com/2011/02/mums-roast-veggie-salad/
http://www.veggienumnum.com/2011/02/mums-roast-veggie-salad/
Emily L.
April 10, 2015
Arugula, roasted delicata squash, pomegranate seeds, hazelnuts, sheep's milk feta, tarragon, mint, and a lemon/olive oil vinaigrette.
Heather
April 10, 2015
Pomegranate, seasonal pears, spinach, pecans, goat cheese, and homemade poppyseed vinaigrette - Ah-mazing!
Marygrace
April 10, 2015
Plain & simple an arugula salad w/shaved Parmesan, croutons & homemade vinagrette
Chelsea A.
April 10, 2015
Mixed greens, roasted beets and sweet potatoes, chopped toasted almonds, Applewood smoked cheddar, and simple homemade balsamic vinaigrette.
Karen B.
April 10, 2015
Ok, I'm in. Mixed baby greens with herbs, shaved fennel, thinly sliced red onion, shaved Parmesan, golden raisins, mint, Brianna's (sweet) Blush Wine Vinaigrette. Oh, and liberal salt and pepper.
tantesophie
April 10, 2015
http://smittenkitchen.com/blog/2015/04/obsessively-good-avocado-cucumber-salad/ ... hands down a new favorite!!!
Eve D.
April 10, 2015
Kale, avocado, grapes, goat cheese + almonds with a sherry shallot vinaigrette!
miznic
April 10, 2015
My favorite: spring mix with toasted walnuts, crumbles of blue cheese and slices of tomatoes... with a cherry vinaigrette. Sometimes I add leftover chicken or tofu if I need more protein.
Jordan
April 10, 2015
The classic Middle Eastern Fatoush salad has to be my favorite-crisp toasted pita, cucumber, red onion, tomato from our garden, and a squeeze of lemon beats out any other!
Shannon
April 10, 2015
A favorite of mine is fresh spinach with kale, sliced red and orange peppers, topped with garlic parm pita chip bits. Yum!
GretchenB
April 10, 2015
A really great Greek salad with lots of feta and olives. Thanks for the chance at the giveaway!!
GingerToastedSesame
April 10, 2015
I love a good chopped salad with corn, blue cheese, tomatoes and crunchy lettuce tossed in a buttermilk dressing.
kzmccaff
April 10, 2015
A shredded kale and brussles sprout with parm salad has been all I can think about... but it's spring! Time to look forward to garden salads and crisp veggies!
carriemb
April 10, 2015
My mom's tossed salad which always has olive oil, red wine vinegar, chick peas, lettuce and various crunchy veggies. I've watched her toss a salad before dinner 1000s of times and no matter what I can't make it like Mom.
Mallory
April 10, 2015
Shredded cabbage and carrots, green pepper strips, sesame seeds, and almonds with a miso tahini dressing.
Mk
April 10, 2015
Arugula with fried goat cheese, roasted almonds, pomegranate and cranberry jam-balsamico sauce, best salas I have ever eaten!
Kimberly E.
April 10, 2015
I love a good Caesar salad but also really enjoy spinach salads with a simple vinaigrette topped with sliced strawberries and toasted nuts.
heather
April 10, 2015
I was never a fan of quinoa until I made Cook's Illustrated's quinoa salad with red bell pepper, jalepeno, cilantro and a dijon vinaigrette. The flavors complement each other extraordinarily well. The fresh but also warming nature of the salad is something to write home about, and in my case I did :) It is a perfect college recipe in that it can be made in big batches and eaten over the week, as the flavors continue to marinate and achieve even greater rock star status!
Ali W.
April 10, 2015
A red quinoa salad, with chickpeas, avocado and feta, with an olive oil and lemon dressing; toppings vary: radishes, toasted almonds, bell peppers.... And I'll add a poached egg maybe drizzled with sriracha. I could survive on this!
Maggie S.
April 10, 2015
panzanella! because it's bread salad and one of my favorite ways to use summer tomatoes
charul @.
April 10, 2015
A simple salad with lots of cucumber, tomato and fresh herbs. Gets me every time.
Maja L.
April 10, 2015
Any entree salad with avocado, substantial roasted vegetables (mushrooms, sweet potatoes, beets, etc.), and a mustard vinaigrette.
Stephanie
April 10, 2015
Favorite? That, like asking a parent to pick a favorite child, is just not a fair question!
I like any simple salad that takes advantage of seasonal produce, those beautifully fresh bites that are their own flavor. In late fall and winter, a salad that showcases root veggies. This time of year, asparagus and baby greens. Then, summer bounty in all its glory. Top it all off with a bit of cheese and a handful of fresh herbs with a bit of olive oil and vinegar, salt and pepper. Mmm, salad!
I like any simple salad that takes advantage of seasonal produce, those beautifully fresh bites that are their own flavor. In late fall and winter, a salad that showcases root veggies. This time of year, asparagus and baby greens. Then, summer bounty in all its glory. Top it all off with a bit of cheese and a handful of fresh herbs with a bit of olive oil and vinegar, salt and pepper. Mmm, salad!
Stephanie
April 10, 2015
Yikes. I forgot to uncheck send emails. Hopefully a follow up comment works!
Deb
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad for picnics has to be hands down Broccoli Slaw with Pineapple and Mandarin Oranges. 4 ingredients: Prepackaged Broccoli Slaw, canned crushed pineapple (drained) and mandarine oranges (drained). Add Marie's Coleslaw dressing and whola! instant deliciousness!
gidget
April 10, 2015
I'm obsessed with the Northern Spy Genius Kale Salad. I've made it so much this winter that my boyfriend has started rolling his eyes when he sees the butternut squash in the groceries. I like tossing in some honey crisp apples and crispy bacon if I have them on hand as well. It's like autumn in a bowl.
Sarah
April 10, 2015
I always love a Caesar salad and how versatile it can be. Add kale, any kind of protein, and good cheese, and I'm happy.
liz G.
April 10, 2015
Weeknight dinner 2-4x/wk: shredded cabbage, arugula, chickpeas, feta, thinly sliced red onion and celery, tuna, and mustard vinaigrette.
Elizabeth S.
April 10, 2015
Favorite salad is hands-down one that I've recreated from a local Greek diner. It's relatively simple: romaine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, olives, feta cheese and red pepper. The magic comes in the grilled chicken that I add (I asked the diner which spices they use in theirs) and with oiled & grilled pita that I add on the side. I toss it in a lemon tahini dressing. Yum!
Julie
April 10, 2015
Spinach with dried cherries, goat cheese, pecans, and a nice homemade balsamic vinaigrette full of garlic and black pepper. I could eat it every day!
Tory N.
April 10, 2015
unless i'm trying to load a TON of veggies in one sitting, i love a salad of almost any base (kale, arugula, baby greens) with toasted nuts like silvered almonds, pine nuts, or pistachios with a cheese like shaved parmesan or feta and a light, simple vinaigrette.
Freakcake
April 10, 2015
How could I pick a favorite? It changes with what's in season or what I'm craving! Currently I've been hooked on Apple, celery salad with walnuts and blue cheese on a bed of crispy lettuce.
Deanna M.
April 10, 2015
Kale salad with homemade tamari dressing, topped with goats milk feta and slivered almonds! Mmmmmmmmmmm
Maggy
April 10, 2015
A nice green salad with crispy croutons and chunky blue cheese dressing because I had to grow up to appreciate blue cheese!
Jenn
April 10, 2015
Hi! I love a crisp romaine lettuce salad with chunks of blue cheese, some olive oil, lemon, s&p. Simple, and distinct side dish or with a protein, a meal on its own!
Emily L.
April 10, 2015
darksideofthespoon's quinoa salad with hazelnuts, apple, and dried cranberries!
Janai L.
April 10, 2015
After a crazy day, grilled chicken, marinated artichokes, peas and maybe italian dressing with fresh parm is all I need over greens. Those servers are beautiful by the way!
Susie R.
April 10, 2015
I love a simply salad dressed with Lemon, olive oil, salt and pepper with a stong cheese topping.
Cate
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad is simply butter lettuce, avocado, and tomato dressed with lemon and olive oil. Then you toss the salad just enough so the avocado coats every leaf.
Abbie S.
April 10, 2015
I love baby spinach, a good crumbly cheese of your choice, some segmented chunks of citrus, homemade croutons and a lemon garlic dressing (olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, s&p, mustard powder, a pinch of sugar and water!)
Annabelle
April 10, 2015
I have to second LakeRuby in professing my love for a good kale salad, despite it being so circa 2012!
jenniebgood
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad for the past year or so has been a RIF on the "Magical Kale Salad" that Mei Mei Street Kitchen (Boston) makes. It's curly kale dressed with only rice vinegar and oil, salt and pepper. It's topped with a poached-then-quickly-seared-egg and garlic panko bread crumbs. When I make it at home I add cilantro, avocado and cucumber. But Mei Mei's version is fantastic!
Bearsmama
April 10, 2015
Massaged Kale, so the oilers to soak in, with parm, and chopped dates, or some other touch of sweetness! Yum!
Yumna
April 10, 2015
Pickled red onions, leafy greens, avocado, tomato, cilantro , red wine vinegar, oil oil, salt and pepper. Yummy :)
LakeRuby
April 10, 2015
Gorgeous! My favorite salad is still the kale salad…I know, so 2012! But the recipe from 101 Cookbooks-- the kale salad with breadcrumbs and a spicy lemon garlic dressing-- is hands down the best I've tried. We have it in weekly rotation in kale season.
Judith
April 10, 2015
Roasted beets on a bed of greens with blueberries, feta cheese and pomegranate vinegar.
Meaghan F.
April 10, 2015
Traditional Caprese - mozzarella, big ol' juicy tomato, and more basil than seems appropriate, drizzled with olive oil you can really taste.
psychocooker
April 10, 2015
Greens with carrots, cabbage, quinoa, Parmesan, beans, hard boiled egg, lemon juice, olive oil, and most importantly, Bragg's!
Seth W.
April 10, 2015
tuna salad with sun dried tomatoes, green onions, olives, red onion, and honey-mustard dressing.
Sarah C.
April 10, 2015
Our favorite salad is 3 bean bermuda salad (not sure why it's called that ) with peppers, onion and red wine vinegar dressing. We would use this bowl everyday!
Sharon W.
April 10, 2015
Little gem lettuce, avocado, Italian farro and green goddess dressing from Regazza San Francisco.
Daniela
April 10, 2015
Spinach, lettuce, blue cheese, walnut and pear pieces. Dressing: olive oil, salt and a little bit of vinegar
littleknitter
April 10, 2015
What beautiful spoons! My favorite salad is pretty basic, really: massaged kale, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, Bragg's, and tamari almonds.
A
April 10, 2015
Arugula, quinoa, avocado, tomatoes, corn, walnuts, grapes, Comte cheese, dried cranberries... oh the possibilities!...with a honey lemon mustard vinagrette topped with oven roasted salmon
Lauren S.
April 10, 2015
Tuscan kale, quinoa, dried cranberries, avacado, macadamia nuts, and a lemon vinaigrette dressing. Filling and delishious!
Andriana I.
April 10, 2015
Kohlrabi, apple, fennel salad with tarragon, mustard seed and lemon. I can't stop ordering it at this great little restaurant nearby.
Liz G.
April 10, 2015
My favorite salad is avocado and grapefruit with any leafy greens, hemp seeds, and sprouts. Dressing is optional!
Madhavi B.
April 10, 2015
Spinach and strawberries, dazzled with a pungent red wine vinagrette. C'est tres bonne!
Amy
April 10, 2015
Quinoa, almonds, kale, feta, red and yellow peppers, and avocado with a lemon herb dressing.
mo
April 10, 2015
Kale with parmesean, chick peas and a little olive oil topped off with a fried egg
Draverstein
April 9, 2015
Roasted beets on a bed of arugula, topped with roasted walnuts, caramelized shallots, chevre, and a balsamic reduction. Side of nasturtium.
Aaron N.
April 9, 2015
Taco salad! Fresh seasoned ground lamb, salsa, sour cream, avocado, chives, cilantro, finely chopped lettuce and cabbage
Lisa C.
April 9, 2015
The kale market salad from 101cookbooks is amazing, and the fattoush salad from the cookbook Spice by Ana Sortun of Oleana is my all time fave.
Jesse M.
April 9, 2015
This is a difficult one; part of what makes a salad so enjoyable, is mixing it up every time (no pun intended). If you're feeling like beans or grains, fresh fruit or summer vegetables, even winter squash and greens, it all counts as a salad. My favorite is a late fall salad, with fresh shredded kale or rainbow chard, tossed with a handful's worth just slightly overripe anjou pear. A few slices of parmigiano-reggiano or a sharp pecorino tossed in, maybe even some beets or a disc or two of pancetta. A few toasted walnuts, honeyed with a touch of cayenne, that's heaven right there.
Cassandra L.
April 9, 2015
Kale, quinoa, red onion, avocado, feta, dried cranberries, toasted pecans lightly salted in beach rose sea salt tossed in a tart homemade lemon, apple cider vinigrette
Erin
April 9, 2015
Every time we had guests, my mom would make what she called her "Dana's B&B House Salad." Mixed greens, blue cheese, pears or apples, blueberries, and walnuts, with a balsamic, lemon, and olive olive oil dressing, and plenty of black pepper. It's like tasting home for me.
Julia
April 9, 2015
Spinach, avocado, red onion, pomegranate seeds, orange slices! No dressing needed :)
Molly J.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is simply kale, cranberries, goat cheese, pecans, blood Orange and homemade dressing; olive oil, dijon, Apple cider vinegar.
Judy B.
April 9, 2015
A simple real Caesar Salad made at the table...real raw egg (yes indeed) and lovely anchovies, shaved parmesan and a garlic rubbed bowl. OOOyah
Alison S.
April 9, 2015
Mixed greens with goat cheese and candied walnuts in a cherry vinaigrette :D love it so much i had it at my wedding last Saturday!
Anna B.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad includes massaged kale, dried cranberries, walnuts, and poppyseed dressing!
Fairmount_market
April 9, 2015
So many delicious salads described below. My latest favorite is chopped baby chard, sliced radishes, and pear with a miso and tahini dressing.
Jessica P.
April 9, 2015
Any salad will do for me!!! I especially love it when my hubby grills all the elements of our salad!
Christine L.
April 9, 2015
Mixed baby greens, grilled chicken, brown rice, avocado, feta cheese, tahini dressing and black pepper. Oh so good. I like salad any way it comes though- it's hard to choose!
Elizabeth F.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is a caprese salad. It has to be in the late summer when the tomatoes are bursting and ripe and the basil is in full swing. So simple, but so so good.
Lauren D.
April 9, 2015
Butter lettuce, sliced persimmons and fennel, roasted hazelnuts, and pomegranate seeds with a sherry-dijon vinegrette. All time favorite salad!
sara_ann
April 9, 2015
My favorite right now is greens with prunes, chicken, gruyere, and onion vinaigrette
Rebekah
April 9, 2015
A green salad with a dressing made of soy sauce, garlic, cayenne pepper, sesame oil and vinegar. Simple but gorgeous!
Mollydhall
April 9, 2015
I love salads with fresh veggies and sunflower seeds! I'm not a huge croutons fan but I like the added crunch
Sheriann L.
April 9, 2015
Mixed greens with warm red potatoes, rotisserie chicken pieces and homemade Dijon vinaigrette topped with cracked black pepper.
amylou61
April 9, 2015
I love a simple green salad with tomatoes from my husband's garden, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper.
Blythe H.
April 9, 2015
I love a good salad from my mom's garden - the love that goes into those bountiful and delicious veggies are just the best!
Kayla
April 9, 2015
Arugula, beets, spicy candied walnuts, avocado, goat cheese, grapefruit & fennel!
Heather M.
April 9, 2015
Spring greens tossed with orange slices, feta and candied walnuts; topped with raspberry dressing! Yumyumyum.
Aimee
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is spinach with bacon and eggs with a red wine vinegar dressing.
ann
April 9, 2015
I like to keep it simple, spinach salad with strawberries, sliced almonds, and feta with poppy seed dressing.
Celine H.
April 9, 2015
Organic baby greens with shredded smoked salmon filet, red onions, avocado and chopped dates. Topped with hemp seed oil and a nice aged balsamic
pooja
April 9, 2015
Arugula, pickled beetroot, candied apples & smoked almonds with a lemon vinegarette
Alicia F.
April 9, 2015
Right now, it's an avocado cucumber salad with creamy siracha-lime dressing & fresh parsley (thanks Smitten Kitchen!).
Amy
April 9, 2015
Mixed greens, heirloom tomatoes, red onion, sweet peppers, sprinlked with a little cheese and topped with homemade dressing.
Heather M.
April 9, 2015
Those gorgeous tongs would look perfect in my favorite epicurious salad made with arugula, pears, pancetta and ricotta salata.
Brett
April 9, 2015
Massaged kale, julienned apples, toasted almonds, tossed with apple cider vinegar, togorashi, and Parmesan
A K.
April 9, 2015
ottolenghi and tamimi's baby spinach salad with dates and almonds is such a dreamy, perfect salad. but in full disclosure, more times that not, i usually throw together what's in the crisper drawer, add some nuts/seeds, some fresh herbs, a hard boiled egg and call it lunch!
Rianna
April 9, 2015
Massaged kale with a lemon, tahini, and nutritional yeast dressing. Topped with crispy baked chickpeas!
Madison C.
April 9, 2015
Baby spinach, avocado, tomato, goat cheese and honey mustard dressing. Maybe a few pecans for crunch.
Elisia R.
April 9, 2015
Chopped romaine with marinated artichoke hearts, hard boiled egg, feta, shredded carrot, black olives, pumpkin or sunflower seeds, and olive oil and red vinegar for dressing! That is a meal!
pmcfad02
April 9, 2015
Baby spinach with grilled chicken, bacon, egg white, and mushrooms with thousand island. Also good with creamy caesar, but I usually skip the mushrooms then for some reason
jhpace
April 9, 2015
Spinach salad with mandarin orange sections, candied pecans, red onion and a mustard vinaigrette !
Andrea D.
April 9, 2015
I am obsessed with the Old Town Salad at The Natural Cafe in Santa Barbara. If you're ever in the area, order it with sautéed tofu and tahini dressing! There's nothing like it!
Jill F.
April 9, 2015
Lacinato Kale Salad with a yummy extra virgin olive oil and fresh squeezed lemon juice, s&p, and topped with freshly shave Parmesan. The leftovers are delicious tossed with quinoa the next day!
Alysha
April 9, 2015
My favourite salad takes me back to my Italian heritage in Campagnia.
A heart warming salad of heirloom sun-ripened tomatoes with fresh buffalo mozzarella, basil leaves scattered on top and a drizzle of olive oil. Beautiful and simple.
A heart warming salad of heirloom sun-ripened tomatoes with fresh buffalo mozzarella, basil leaves scattered on top and a drizzle of olive oil. Beautiful and simple.
Erin L.
April 9, 2015
Nothing beats a creamy potato salad with crispy bacon and topped with toasted pine nuts!
annie N.
April 9, 2015
Greek Salad w/ fresh squeezed lemon, olive oil, salt, pepper, grape tomatoes, red onions and cucumbers
Diane C.
April 9, 2015
I love massaged kale salad. Any anything with blue cheese, fruit and nuts. Yum! Greens?
Scarrylove
April 9, 2015
Fay's salad: Half spinach, Half spring mix, Red Kidney beans, Shredded beets and carrots, blueberries, edamame Brown cooked quinoa, Balsamic vinegar, olive oil
Lauramann
April 9, 2015
Kale salad with a mustard and lemon vinaigrette, Parmesan, and lots of toasted bread crumbs.
Zoe R.
April 9, 2015
Mix of crunchy lettuce like romaine with Arugula or finely shredded kale, radishes, cucumbers, plenty of feta cheese with lemon juice and olive oil and red pepper flakes. Add chickpeas for extra credit! Sooooooo delicious!
EmFraiche
April 9, 2015
Any crunchy vegetables with homemade ranch dressing. I can't help it, I'm an okie girl through and through.
Avery Y.
April 9, 2015
Current fav salad is a vegan version of Cesar salad with hemp seeds and cucumber "croutons"
Keri G.
April 9, 2015
In the spirit of Food52, salads without recipes are the best salads. I love mixed greens with whatever berries on hand, a sprinkling of cheese (I like shredded gruyere), and some type of candied nut. A simple vinaigrette will do the trick, but playing around with different flavored balsamics will truly elevate the dish!
gingerroot
April 9, 2015
Lately, Northern Spy's Kale Salad is the one I make again and again. I love that it can be done in advance and the dressing is easy peasy.
Laura
April 9, 2015
Spinach with sautéed shrimp, jalapeño peppers, avocado, red onion, and tomatoes! Yum!
Uh-lee Z.
April 9, 2015
FAT CAT Salad:
Farro,
Artichoke hearts,
Tomato,
Cucumber,
Avocado,
Tahini dressing.
Quick to whip up,
Delicious to down.
Farro,
Artichoke hearts,
Tomato,
Cucumber,
Avocado,
Tahini dressing.
Quick to whip up,
Delicious to down.
Giovanna
April 9, 2015
Arugula, roasted beets, dried cherries, avocado, walnuts, goat cheese, herb mustard vinaigrette
Angela K.
April 9, 2015
Arugula salad with cherry tomatoes and shaved Parmesan reggiano with a lemon, Dijon mustard, olive oil dressing
Leena8137
April 9, 2015
Spinach, goat cheese, crumbled bacon, and whatever nut I happen to have on hand. Yum.
Anna
April 9, 2015
Shaved brussel sprouts, avocado, blood oranges, fennel, with a citrus vinaigrette.
Morgan G.
April 9, 2015
Keep it simple: Kale, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon! Now need something beautiful to put it in :)
Susan
April 9, 2015
Right now my favorite salad is radicchio, endive, radish, fennel, scallions, celery, orange segments and orange vinaigrette. I like the taste, the texture and the colors.
Jasmine P.
April 9, 2015
Love so many salads, but especially love salads with the seasons! Recently had a beet, fennel, and citrus salad that was phenomenal!
SarahJane0109
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is my homemade Caesar. I make the croutons, and the dressing from scratch, but the dressing is a secret recipe that not even my girlfriend knows.
Stephanie L.
April 9, 2015
I love a good little gems base with feta, orange, and some sort of nut/seed.
Helen W.
April 9, 2015
One of my all-time favorites is my gram's version of the Waldorf: extra raisins. It always makes me think of her.
georgianna
April 9, 2015
Kale salad with lemon, a bit of red onion, and Pecorino Romano. So simple, so perfect!
alexandra R.
April 9, 2015
Broccoli slaw mixed with kale and balsamic vinagrette. Lots of roasted veggies and chicken.
Autumn D.
April 9, 2015
Kale, spring greens, red quinoa, garbanzo beans, and cherry tomatoes. With sunflower seeds and a balsamic dressing!
Rachel W.
April 9, 2015
Brown some butter, whisk in a little maple syrup and pour over cauliflower, then roast. Toss the charred cauliflower with greens, dates and walnuts and add a bit of vinegar, like cider or champagne. This has been my favorite salad for a very long time!
Nicole
April 9, 2015
My favorite is spinach, blackberries, cheddar, and walnuts with balsamic vinagrette! I love salads with fruit
Atelier A.
April 9, 2015
The Summer Stone fruit salad with arugula and Marcona almonds from Sunday Suppers at Lucques. Can't wait to have it again!
Marju T.
April 9, 2015
Crushed and lemon-olive oil soaked kale, baby spinach, cracked almonds, grated parmesan, green apple and s&p. And a bit more oil for the love of it. Here is a photo http://instagram.com/p/oLVIH4D67h/
Mary J.
April 9, 2015
Arugula, Apple, sweet onion, pecans, Gorgonzola with a honey Dijon vinaigrette
Sue
April 9, 2015
oh, maybe something with some roasted pears, pecans along with arugula and a mustard vinegarette.
Lorena M.
April 9, 2015
I'm a sucker for shallots! Combined with red leaf lettuce, red peppers, grape tomatoes, toasted sunflower seeds and goat cheese. Yum!
Paul
April 9, 2015
Chef's salad with fresh spring or summer vegetables and greens with homemade vinegrette.
daiseymae
April 9, 2015
Chopped kale, dried cranberries, and toasted pecan parmesan, with lemon dressing.
Relishing I.
April 9, 2015
Anything with flavorful young greens, a bit of parm, and a good vinaigrette.
Meghan
April 9, 2015
Farro salad (Farro, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta, lemon vinaigrette and topped with arugula) I always add some grilled chicken on the side.
Fernando P.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is arugula, sugar peas, fresh blueberries, feta cheese, and candied pecans, in a lemon vinaigrette. Yum.
Tara M.
April 9, 2015
I love salad.. hard to pick one but I'd say the perfect caesar is the one for me ;)
katiethisdell
April 9, 2015
spinach, sliced strawberries, toasted almonds, and a thick balsamic-y dressing with poppy seeds!
Cylinda R.
April 9, 2015
I love the roasted corn, avocado, green onion, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper summer salad. Delish!
Patricia
April 9, 2015
A nice summer salad with a light raspberry walnut vinaigrette the and little tangerines :)
Anahid
April 9, 2015
Red onion salad with arugula and walnut salsa: all my favorites in one amazing bowl!
Rachel P.
April 9, 2015
spinach, avocado, mango, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and walnuts! All in a mustard-maple syrup vinaigrette. So good!
Nornee
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is kale with lemon and parmesan! It would probably be better if I could serve it with those gorgeous servers!
Eric G.
April 9, 2015
My wife makes amazing salads from our garden. Everything fresh and dressed with infused balsamic vinaigrette. Fresh and simple! I would love to win these for her
Krissy C.
April 9, 2015
My fave salad is spinach with avocado, shrimp cooked in coconut butter, paprika, and Olive oil on top, with a little lime juice over it all..yummy
Olga Z.
April 9, 2015
Baby arugula/ spinach, grilled scallops/shrimps, cherry tomatoes halved, balsamic vinaigrette and freshly ground black pepper. Healthy, low in fat, tasty and beautiful!
Christina
April 9, 2015
Vegan Caesar salad (dressing from cashews!) with garlic roasted chickpea croutons!! Yummm or Oh She Glows' amazing shredded kale salad
Lynne P.
April 9, 2015
I love a salad with lots of crunchy vegetables like carrots, cucumbers and radishes, roasted beets, a variety of home grown lettuce, a sherry/balsamic vinaigrette, and plenty of pepper. I will often throw in some sort of protein like some leftover chicken, tuna, boiled egg, or salmon too. I love Board and Bread and would treasure anything hand made by them!
Samantha M.
April 9, 2015
Kale salad with Caesar dressing, sourdough croutons and pickled red onion!
Ray
April 9, 2015
Wild arugula, fresh black mission figs, baked goat brie and Meyer lemon vinaigrette.
Sarah B.
April 9, 2015
Roasted roots, poached egg, leeks, farro and mixed baby greens with simple vinaigrette
Summer
April 9, 2015
Empty the frig in a hurry salad - whatever greens you need to use up, cucumbers, tomatoes, Lima beans green beans, left over whatevers, a boiled egg, some avocado and top it with some basaltic reduction.
Taylor
April 9, 2015
Always homemade.
Always spinach heavy.
Peas.
Avocado.
Tuna.
Beets.
Black Pepper!
Olive oil.
Balsamic vinegar.
Always spinach heavy.
Peas.
Avocado.
Tuna.
Beets.
Black Pepper!
Olive oil.
Balsamic vinegar.
Chandler
April 9, 2015
Shaved Brussels sprouts Granny Smith toasted hazelnuts and honey Dijon vinaigrette
JennyU
April 9, 2015
If I'm craving a salad after a long time in a place with limited fresh produce (usually exactly what I crave after a couple weeks abroad): I grab some romaine for crunch, spinach, carrots, thinly sliced red onion, chopped bell peppers, chickpeas, tomatoes, sharp cheddar, chopped well with blue cheese dressing thinned out with some milk and crushed salted nuts or seeds for crunch.
Anne O.
April 9, 2015
Kale, massaged with salt, fresh lemon juice
Dressing: shallot chopped, mushed raspberries, olive oil
Pour over kale. Yum!
Dressing: shallot chopped, mushed raspberries, olive oil
Pour over kale. Yum!
E M.
April 9, 2015
The spotted pig salad of roasted carrots, avacado, cumin, lemon, bunch of fresh coriander
Hanna
April 9, 2015
Arugula, pear, pecan, avocado & cheese drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Sara
April 9, 2015
Strawberries and spinach with hazelnuts, poppyseed dressing and perferably some type of blackened fish or chicken... But let's talk about those gorgeous tongs. Must have them!
Annie C.
April 9, 2015
Wow what a beautiful set of serving spoons, they would be such a compliment to my favorite salad! Massaged kale with avocado, dried cranberries, pistachios all tossed with a lemon and honey vinigertte. Juice of 1/2 lemon, tsp honey, TB evoo, S&P, wisk it all together and there's your dressing! Sometimes I crumble some tortilla chips on top!
Lenas K.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad would have to be a homemade taco salad with baked tortilla cups filled with lettuce, beans, avocado, tomatoes, cilantro, limes and cilantro/like chicken.
Rocthadoc
April 9, 2015
I love roasted Brussels Sprouts mixed with lemon juice, fresh mint, and Parmesan. Yummy!
Olivia L.
April 9, 2015
One of my favorite in the summer is a beet and butter lettuce salad with goat cheese - so refreshing!
Haley M.
April 9, 2015
I love Cesar salad! My dad has been making it for years, and has passed along his recipe. However, whenever I go home to visit I always insist that he makes it!
Haley D.
April 9, 2015
My current salad obsession is the baby spinach salad with dates & almonds from the Jerusalem cookbook by Ottolenghi/Tamimi. The fried pita, the vinegar-y onions... So delicious!
Liz M.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is definitely the "garlicky kale salad" from the Whole Foods salad bar. I've found some inspired by recipes on line and always have the ingredients on hand. It would look beautiful being served with these servers!! :)
Lo
April 9, 2015
I could eat chopped kale mixed with avocado, nectarines and topped pistachio, cilantro and goat cheese all summer long. Always a crowd pleaser!
Anna
April 9, 2015
Oh, to pick a favorite salad ! Maybe butternut squash/red grapes/feta and a shallot vinegarette ? Or roasted chickpea/goat cheese/arugula ? Oooo or maybe a perfectly dressed herb salad, shavings of Asiago... ? too many options !
Inna S.
April 9, 2015
Endive and Spinch with chedder cheese, walnuts, tomatoes, green apple and dried cranberries. The dressing is just olive oil and lemon. Yum!
Heather
April 9, 2015
Arugula with roasted beets, segmented oranges, roast beef, and a hearty grain dressed with oil and vinegar.
Leslie H.
April 9, 2015
Quinoa, corn and asparagus salad! Or my spring salad recipe :) www.stressbaking.com
dianasaur
April 9, 2015
Arugula, Parmesan, apricot vinaigrette, toasted hazelnuts...simple and so very delicious.
Ainslie B.
April 9, 2015
My favorite salad is anything with my Mother's delicious lemon garlic vinaigrette on it!
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