Best 20 Tossed Salad Recipes
If you're tired of boring salads that lack flavor and creativity, it's time to elevate your culinary skills and discover the art of crafting a magnificent tossed salad. A thoughtfully composed tossed salad is not just a side dish but a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors that can tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With the right combination of ingredients and a few simple techniques, you can create a tossed salad that will be the star of your next meal.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 11m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.
CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD
This is a delicious salad that goes great with any meal, especially Italian!
Provided by Toni Bankson
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.
- In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 639 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
TOSSED SALAD AND RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the salad: Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Mix in the cranberries, walnuts, mandarin oranges, grape tomatoes and feta.
- For the vinaigrette: Combine the raspberries, vinegars, sugar and mustard in a blender until smooth. Slowly stream in the oil until combined.
- Toss the salad with the vinaigrette before serving.
ALMOND-ORANGE TOSSED SALAD
Another highlight of my Easter menu is this pretty salad, with its slightly sweet homemade dressing and crispy sugar-toasted almonds. I've often taken the salad to potlucks because everyone enjoys it so much. -Lavonn Bormuth Westerville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, cook sugar, without stirring for 12-14 minutes or until melted. Add almonds; stir quickly to coat. Remove from the heat; pour onto waxed paper to cool., In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, romaine, oranges, avocado, celery, onions and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss gently to coat.
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TOSSED SALAD WITH PEACHES
Here's a colorful salad with a wide range of tastes and textures that go together so well. There are sweet peaches, tart lemon, tangy vinegars and all kinds of crunch from greens, bacon and nuts. -Denise Elder, Hanover, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Slice three peaches; set aside. Cut the remaining peach in half; place in a blender. Add the sugar, lemon juice, vinegars and salt; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, romaine, onion and cucumber. Pour about 2/3 cup dressing over salad and toss to coat. , Transfer to a serving platter; top with sliced peaches and bacon. Drizzle with remaining dressing; sprinkle with pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CONTEST-WINNING FESTIVE TOSSED SALAD
With its unique medley of fruits and festive look, this tossed salad is a holiday tradition at our house. Our three grown daughters have come to expect it. One forkful reminds us of all the things we can be thankful for. -Jauneen Hosking, Waterford, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For dressing, place first five ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Add poppy seeds; pulse just until combined. , To serve, place remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
FAVORITE RASPBERRY TOSSED SALAD
Our home economists tossed together mixed greens, fresh raspberries, mushrooms, feta cheese and more in this pretty salad. Toasted pecan halves add fun crunch...and a homemade raspberry dressing brings a delicious tan to the mix!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the fruit spread, vinegar, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
APPLE-FETA TOSSED SALAD
A friend of mine shared this recipe with me after I raved about the delightful salad at dinner. I have served it for years now, and no matter where i take it, I have to bring along copies of the recipe to hand out. -Marlene Clark Apple Valley, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat; stir in sugar and pepper. Add walnuts; toss to coat. Spread evenly onto a baking sheet. Bake until lightly browned, about 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., Place dressing ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Place salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Top with walnuts. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRUNCHY TOSSED SALAD
Count on compliments, not leftovers, when you share this fun, tossed salad at your next gathering. It's so easy to throw together, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Deborah Weisberger, Mullett Lake, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; shake well. Chill for 1 hour. , Just before serving, in a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, bacon, almonds, sesame seeds and onions in a large bowl. Whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat. Top with chow mein noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
TOSSED SALAD WITH PINE NUTS
This wonderful 5-ingredient recipe from Alice Tremont in Rochester Hills, Michigan is easy and elegant...with lots of blue cheese flavor and crunch from the pine nuts. Topped with raspberry vinaigrette dressing, it couldn't be much easier to toss together on a busy weeknight or much nicer to serve company. Alice often serves it on special occasions and says it always gets compliments, and that adding grilled chicken breast turns it into a fuss-free and fabulous main dish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 6-7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine greens and onion. Sprinkle with blue cheese and pine nuts. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 351mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CASHEW-PEAR TOSSED SALAD
A friend who does a lot of catering fixed this salad for our staff Christmas party several years ago, and we all asked for the recipe. The unexpected sweet-salty mix and lovely dressing make it a hit with everyone. -Arlene Muller, Kingwood, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FRUIT 'N' NUT TOSSED SALAD
With its sweet lemony dressing, this green salad comes together in only 15 minutes. Sue Stewart shares the pretty medley. "Even my picky 6-year-old will eat this," she notes from Hales Corners, Wisconsin.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, gently toss the romaine, oranges, grapes and almonds. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
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BLUE CHEESE & BERRY TOSSED SALAD
The sweet tang of blueberries complements the sharpness of blue cheese in this breezy side. Topped with pecans, it could pass for a fancy restaurant's signature salad.-Rachael Zavala, Pleasant Hill, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the salad greens, cheese, blueberries and pecans., In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
POPPY SEED TOSSED SALAD
So many people seek out this salad at get-togethers, I always have a couple giant bowls waiting. A guest who said she didn't like salads tried this one and ended up taking the leftovers home. I rank it in the top 10 of the best recipes I've collected.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 26 servings (1-3/4 cups dressing).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Crush ramen noodles; discard seasoning packet. In a large salad bowl, toss the greens, lettuce, noodles, oranges and almonds; set aside. , For dressing, in a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, salt and mustard; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Serve with salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SWISS CASHEW TOSSED SALAD
Along with crunchy cashews and strips of Swiss cheese, a sweet-and-tangy poppy seed dressing makes this tossed salad something special. There are seldom any leftovers when I serve it! -DiAnne Mallehan, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard, onion and salt; cover and process until well blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, cashews and Swiss cheese; serve with dressing.
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TOSSED SALAD WITH LIME VINAIGRETTE
A unique lime vinaigrette adds just the right amount of tang, making this tossed salad stand out from any others. Mix and match your favorite salad greens and veggies.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, toss the greens, tomato and cucumber. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, lime juice, sugar, onion, lime zest and salt; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
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JUST PEACHY TOSSED SALAD BY FREDA
Inspired By Tossing Fruits in Salad greens I have came up with this "original Salad with Peachy Dressing". Since "Peach Season" is here, I was Inspired to Used up the Fresh fruits of the Season, and the greens from my garden. Note: any Combination of Salad greens, works well Hope You'll enjoy, the taste...
Provided by FREDA GABLE
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. MIx dressing above, Blending the first 9 ingredients for the Dressing, as Directed above. Chill at least 1 hr.
- 2. Mix Washed and chilled salad greens adding peaches, chopped and slices, Toss well Drizzle Dressing Over Greens. Sprinkle with Bacon, and Top with Blueberries, Optional. . . . ENJOY!!!! Refreshing to your taste Buds.
TOSSED ROMAINE AND ORANGE SALAD
This is a light and flavorful green salad that combines oranges and almonds.
Provided by Pam Somers
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the orange juice, olive oil, vinegar, pepper and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine and oranges. Add enough dressing to coat and toss well. Sprinkle with almonds and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.2 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 167.8 mg, Sugar 40.1 g
TOSSED ITALIAN GARDEN SALAD
A fresh garden salad with homemade Italian-style dressing is the perfect accompaniment to my special lasagna. Nicely seasoned with garlic, herbs and a hint of lemon, the dressing is our family's favorite. As soon as the jar is empty, I make more. -Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 11 ingredients; shake well. Refrigerate for 2 hours. Just before serving, combine the greens, cucumbers, tomatoes and carrots in a salad bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TOSSED SALAD
To speed up the preparation of this salad even more, you can slice the vegetables when you have time, either early in the day or the night before.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, toss the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 25g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 660mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- To make a basic tossed salad, start with fresh, crisp greens like romaine lettuce, spinach, or arugula.
- Add a variety of colorful vegetables for added nutrition and flavor, such as cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, carrots, and radishes.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, tofu, or beans.
- Choose a flavorful dressing to enhance the taste of your salad. Vinaigrettes made with olive oil and vinegar are a popular choice, but there are many other options available, such as creamy dressings, yogurt-based dressings, and nutty dressings.
- To keep your salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
A tossed salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a tossed salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try.
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