Infused with a symphony of flavors and textures, garlic salad stands as a culinary delight, tantalizing taste buds and leaving an unforgettable impression. Its versatility knows no bounds, adapting seamlessly to diverse cuisines and dietary preferences, while its simplicity belies the depth of its taste. Crafted with fresh, zesty ingredients, garlic salad embodies the perfect balance between pungency and sweetness, inviting both garlic enthusiasts and the uninitiated to embark on a culinary journey like no other. From classic dressings to innovative marinades, this article presents a curated collection of the finest garlic salad recipes, each promising a unique gustatory adventure.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY GARLIC SALAD DRESSING
Most commercial garlic dressings don't have enough garlic taste for me, but this one always hits the spot. The thick and creamy dressing will jazz up any salad. -Michele Odstrcilek of Lemont, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 1-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream, mayonnaise, milk and sugar. Stir in the onions, garlic, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ROASTED POTATO AND GARLIC SALAD
This is not your traditional potato salad recipe, but it is sooooo good! It has such delicious, robust flavors and has always been a huge hit at our summer barbeques.
Provided by Holly
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes Red Potato Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place 1/2 cup of olive oil in a large bowl. Toss the cubed potatoes in the oil until coated, and then spread them evenly on a baking sheet.
- Pass the red peppers through the bowl of oil, making sure they are evenly coated. Place on a separate baking sheet.
- Cut about 1/2 inch off the tops of the garlic and drizzle with the remaining oil from the bowl. Place on the baking sheet with the red peppers. Sprinkle the potatoes, peppers and garlic with salt and pepper, and then place both sheets in the oven for about 20 minutes.
- Check the potatoes: they should be soft, brown and crispy. If not, return them to the oven for an additional 10 minutes or until they are done. The peppers and garlic will take longer, and are done when the skins on the peppers are black and garlic is dark brown (no more than 40 minutes total).
- Once everything has been roasted, place the potatoes in a large bowl and seal the peppers in a plastic bag to let them steam for 10 minutes. (This will loosen their skins.)
- Take the peppers out of the bag, remove their skins and seeds and chop them up. Add to the bowl with the potatoes and stir to mix.
- Turn the garlic heads upside down and squeeze the softened garlic past into a separate, small bowl. Mix in the balsamic vinegar, 1/3 cup olive oil and oregano until smooth. Pour the dressing onto the potatoes and peppers and toss to coat. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper. Best when served warm or at room temperature. To prepare in advance for an occasion, refrigerate and then reheat in the microwave just until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 27.3 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
SEARED SEA SCALLOPS WITH SAUTEED WILD MUSHROOMS, FRESH HERB SALAD, AND ROASTED GARLIC BEURRE BLANC
Steps:
- Beurre Blanc: Combine the shallots, lemon juice, wine, thyme, peppercorns, bay leaves, and roasted garlic in a small sauce pot. Bring to a boil and reduce until almost dry, leaving about 1/8 cup. Reduce heat to low and add the cream. Begin adding the butter, 1 cube at a time, whisking continuously. As each cube incorporates into the sauce, add another until all butter has been added. Strain through a fine mesh strainer. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. If you feel that the sauce is too acidic, add a bit of honey to balance the flavor. Be sure to use only a small amount of honey so as not to make the sauce taste too sweet. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Mushrooms: Place a saute pan over high heat and add enough canola oil to just cover the bottom of the pan. Allow the pan to preheat until you just begin to see light wisps of smoke coming from the pan. Add the mushrooms and begin to saute until the mushrooms are cooked halfway. Add the garlic and shallots to the pan and continue to saute, keeping the mushrooms moving at all times. When the mushrooms are just cooked through add the fresh herbs to the pan and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Taste the mushrooms and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Cover and keep warm while you saute the scallops.
- Scallops: In a bowl, toss the sea scallops lightly in 1/2 cup canola oil. Season each scallop evenly on both sides with salt and pepper. Put a saute pan that is large enough to hold the scallops in 1 layer without them touching over high heat. Add enough canola oil to just cover the bottom of the pan. Allow the pan to preheat until you begin to see light wisps of smoke coming from the oil. Add the scallops to the pan carefully and allow them to get a deep golden brown color. Turn the scallops and allow the second side to get the same golden brown color. If you want the scallops to be more cooked, place the scallops in a preheated 350 degree F oven until they reach the desired doneness. Serve with mushrooms and drizzle with buerre blanc sauce.
CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOY, GINGER AND GARLIC
The trick to any sliced cucumber salad is to slice the cucumbers as thin as you can and to purge them by salting them before making the salad so the dressing doesn't get watered down by the cucumber juice.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sprinkle the cucumbers with a generous amount of salt and let sit in a colander in the sink for 15 minutes. Rinse and dry on a kitchen towel. Transfer to a salad bowl.
- Whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, cayenne, and pepper. Whisk in the sesame oil and the sunflower or grapeseed oil. Toss with the cucumbers, scallions, and cilantro. Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
PORK TENDERLOIN MARINATED IN GARLIC, LEMON AND OREGANO WITH GREEK SALAD
Provided by Bobby Flay
Time 1h50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the garlic, zest, juice, oregano and oil in blender and blend until smooth. Put the pork in a baking dish, add the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
- Heat a grill to high. Remove the pork from marinade and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill until golden brown on all sides and cooked to medium doneness. Brush the radicchio and tomatoes with oil and grill until lightly charred. Remove the pork from the grill to a cutting board and loosely tent with foil. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Remove the radicchio and tomatoes from grill and set aside to cool slightly.
- Whisk together vinegar, mustard, anchovy paste and a touch of honey in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Add the radicchio, tomatoes, arugula, cucumber, olives, and capers and toss to combine. Transfer to a platter and top with feta and pork slices. Garnish with fresh oregano and serve.
STICKY HONEY-CHILI GARLIC GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 5h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the chili garlic sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce and garlic. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and cook about 10 minutes. Spoon 1/4 cup of the mixture into a small bowl, whisk in the cornstarch until combined and then whisk back into the saucepan. Let simmer an additional 10 minutes to thicken. Let cool completely.
- Salt and pepper both sides of the chicken and place in a 9-by-13-inch pan. Pour half of the chili garlic mixture over the chicken and toss to coat; reserve the remaining sauce. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for 4 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake the chicken, covered in foil, for 35 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium high.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and grill, basting with the reserved sauce, until the skin is crispy, a few minutes per side. (Alternatively, the chicken can be finished under the broiler. Remove the foil from the pan and put under the broiler for a few minutes until the skin is crispy.)
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, spoon the remaining reserved sauce over the top and garnish with cilantro. Serve with the Cucumber Salad.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the vinegar and honey until emulsified. Add the cucumbers and cilantro and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving time.
ZUCCHINI NOODLE SALAD WITH LEMON-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE
This is a healthy, simple, and easy zucchini noodle (or zoodle) salad that is suitable for your personalization. For variation, feel free to top with feta cheese, parmesan, chopped walnuts, chile flakes, whatever suits your palate.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Zucchini Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, basil, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Drizzle in olive oil and whisk until vinaigrette emulsifies; set aside.
- Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using the thin blade. The strands will be very long, so cut them into manageable lengths with kitchen shears. Place zucchini noodles in a large bowl and add cilantro.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the noodles right before serving. Toss to gently coat. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary. Sprinkle with pine nuts and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 86.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SPINACH SALAD WITH GARLIC DRESSING
Steps:
- In a medium skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until just crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and garlic.
- Wash the spinach leaves very well and spin dry. Tear the leaves into small pieces and place in a medium salad bowl. Add the mushrooms and bacon, and toss to combine. Pour 2/3 cup of the dressing over the salad (reserve the rest for another use) and toss again. Serve immediately.
MUSHROOM SALAD IN GARLIC AND PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Place the mushrooms in a medium glass bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss gently. Allow to sit at least 10 minutes, until the mushrooms are wilted and impregnated with sauce. Check for seasoning and add additional salt and pepper, if necessary.;
- Place shallot, garlic, parsley, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in the bottom of a small mixing bowl. Stir to combine, then whisk in olive oil in a slow, steady stream. Alternately, place all ingredients in a clean 8-ounce jar. Cover and shake vigorously.
ROASTED POTATO, GARLIC, AND RED PEPPER SALAD
Categories Salad Garlic Potato Side Roast Basil Bell Pepper Potluck Gourmet Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450° F.
- Wrap garlic cloves together in foil. Halve potatoes and cut bell peppers into 1/2-inch pieces. In a large bowl toss potatoes, bell peppers, and 3 tablespoons oil with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange potatoes and bell peppers in one layer in 2 large shallow baking pans and roast in middle and lower thirds of oven (simultaneously, roast wrapped garlic on either rack), stirring occasionally and switching position of pans halfway through roasting time, until potatoes are tender and golden brown, about 35 minutes.
- In a bowl immediately toss potatoes and peppers with 2 tablespoons vinegar and cool. Remove garlic from foil and squeeze pulp into a small bowl. With a fork mash garlic with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and tablespoon vinegar and toss together with potatoes and peppers and salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, add basil. Serve potato salad at room temperature.
CREAMY GARLIC SALAD DRESSING
This is so easy to make and so delicious!
Provided by Maureen
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, steak sauce, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, monosodium glutamate, garlic powder and mustard seed. Refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 45.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 344.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
GARLIC ANCHOVY SALAD DRESSING
"Here's one of my favorite dressings. It's thick, creamy and terrific with greens and vegetables," relates field editor Lois Taylor Caron of Bainsville, Ontario.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2/3 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the first nine ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Transfer to a small bowl or jar; cover and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GARLIC SESAME SALAD DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: garlic, fresh scallion, ginger, brown sugar, roasted sesame seed, rice vinegar, peanut oil, sesame oil, soy sauce
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add the ingredients into a mason jar. Screw the lid on tightly and shake vigorously.
- The dressing can remain in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
- Pour over your favorite salad ingredients and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 5 grams
ROMAINE AND GORGONZOLA SALAD WITH ROASTED GARLIC DRESSING AND SPICED PECANS
Categories Salad Garlic Appetizer Dinner Lunch Blue Cheese Pecan Fall Lettuce Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss oil with garlic in small baking dish. Cover dish tightly with foil. Bake until garlic is golden and tender, about 45 minutes. Cool. Squeeze garlic from skins. Reserve oil.
- Transfer roasted garlic to processor. Add honey, vinegar, cider and mustard and blend well. With processor running, slowly add reserved garlic oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss lettuce with 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese and enough dressing to coat. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and Spiced Pecans and serve.
FRESH TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH BUTTERY GARLIC CROUTONS
Our recipe for Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Buttery Garlic Croutons is a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner menu. Homemade croutons with buttery flavor from Country Crock® and just the right amount of garlic really elevate a simple salad to something special.
Provided by Country Crock®
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread cubes and cook, tossing frequently, until light golden, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic and cook over low heat, tossing, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove and set aside.
- Melt remaining 2 tablespoons Spread in same skillet over medium-high heat and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until light golden and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Put toasted bread cubes, onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers in large bowl; toss. Drizzle with vinegar and sprinkle with basil and toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 108.8 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
GARLIC SHRIMP & ORZO SALAD
I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel free to add other favorite veggies-like asparagus and green beans-and serve with rolls or pita bread.-Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, up to 30 minutes., Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Using a slotted spoon, add shrimp; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add wine; cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink. Remove to a shallow dish; refrigerate, covered, until cold., Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add vegetables, cilantro, chilled shrimp and olives if desired. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
ANA'S GRILLED GARLIC SHRIMP OVER COCONUT RICE WITH MANGO CUCUMBER SALAD AND GUAVA DRESSING
Steps:
- Coconut Rice:
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover tightly, reduce heat to very low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Fluff rice when cooked.
- Marinated Garlic Shrimp:
- Clean and rinse shrimp in cold water. Place in a glass bowl. Add salt, pepper, vinegar, orange juice, and pressed garlic. Cover and let marinate for 20 minutes.
- Drain marinade from shrimp, add chopped garlic, and arrange shrimp on skewers. Grill until cooked, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side.
- Mango Cucumber Salad with Guava Dressing:
- In a glass bowl whisk jelly, vinegar, and lemon juice. Fold in cucumber, tomato, and garlic. Add mango, pepper, and scallions to mixture. Toss gently and keep chilled until served.
ROASTED GARLIC SALAD DRESSING
For a lower-fat version, replace the sour cream with low-fat plain Greek yogurt.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Whisk in garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 1 g
OUTRAGEOUS CREAMY GARLIC SALAD DRESSING
You will definitely receive repeat requests for this dressing--watch out, it's addictive.
Provided by jgmurphy
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the tamari, vinegar, and honey until the honey has dissolved, then whisk in the garlic, sour cream, mayonnaise, barbeque sauce, mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours before using. Use within a few days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 193.4 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
GARLIC & RED WINE VINEGAR SALAD DRESSING
You'll feel like your in Italy! It was given to my father many years ago on l a grunion hunt company picnic by an Itilan business associate. A solid standard and favorite ever since.
Provided by R4631
Categories European
Time 5m
Yield 1 Cup, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in jar you can shake.
- Seal with lid.
- Shake well.
- Pour over choice of greens.
- Enjoy!
- Blends flavors if left at room temp over night.
Tips:
- Choose fresh garlic: Use firm, plump garlic bulbs with no signs of sprouting or bruising. Fresh garlic will have a stronger flavor and aroma.
- Use a variety of greens: Don't limit yourself to just one type of greens. Try using a mix of lettuces, spinach, arugula, kale, and other leafy greens to add variety to your salad.
- Add some crunch: To add a bit of crunch to your salad, consider adding some chopped nuts, seeds, or crispy vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
- Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing can overwhelm the delicate flavors of garlic and greens. Opt for a light vinaigrette or a simple lemon-olive oil dressing instead.
- Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Toss the salad lightly with just enough dressing to coat the leaves.
- Serve immediately: Garlic salad is best when served immediately after it's made. The longer it sits, the more the garlic flavor will mellow.
Conclusion:
Garlic salad is a simple but delicious way to enjoy the fresh flavors of garlic and greens. With its bright, tangy flavor and crunchy texture, it's a perfect side dish for any meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a refreshing summer salad, garlic salad is a great option. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give garlic salad a try!
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