Top 21 Vegetarian Salad Recipes That Are Tasty And Healthy

If you are looking for vegan or vegetarian salad recipes that are both nutritious and delicious, you have come to the right place! These recipes make colorful, meat-free salads that help with weight loss, cholesterol reduction, blood pressure reduction, bowel movement improvement, and hair and skin problems (1) (2) (3) (4). Here are 21 delicious vegetarian salads that are both easy to make and affordable. Scroll down to check them out!

Fun Fact

The word salad originated from the Latin word Sal, which means “salt.” Salads initially were salted vegetables drizzled with oil and vinegar.

Top 21 Easy Vegetarian Salad Recipes That Are Delicious!

1. Healthy Vegetarian Greek Salad

Serves: 2;Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 3 min; Total Time: 18 min

Ingredients

• 1 medium tomato, sliced
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup finely sliced onions
• 1 cup thick slices of cucumber
• 1 tablespoon chopped dillⁱ  XIt refers to the aromatic annual herb of the parsley family that is used to flavor various foods and medicines.
• 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons sliced black olives
• 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 200 g feta cheese block
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Salt to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

How To Prepare

1. Toss all the ingredients, except feta cheese and oregano, in a bowl.
2. Put the feta cheese block on top.
3. Sprinkle some oregano on top.
4. Drizzle a bit of olive oil on top, and it’s ready!

2. Vegetarian Broccoli Tofu Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 3 min; Total Time: 18 min

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups broccoli florets
• ½ cup tofu cubes
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• Salt to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

How To Prepare

1. Mix balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, salt, two tablespoons of olive oil, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Boil a pot of water and add the broccoli florets. Cook for two minutes.
3. Place the broccoli florets in a bowl of cold water. Take them out after 10 seconds.
4. Heat a nonstick pan, add two tablespoons of olive oil, and cook the tofu cubes for 3-4 minutes.
5. Toss the tofu, broccoli, and carrot slices in a large bowl.
6. Drizzle the salad dressing and enjoy!

3. Vegetarian Kale Salad For Weight Loss

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 20 min; Cooking Time: 7 min; Total Time: 27 min

Ingredients

• 2 cups of chopped kale
• 1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas
• ½ cup thinly sliced black olives
• ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt to taste
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• ¼ cup tahiniⁱ  XIt is a paste made from sesame seeds that are frequently used in middle eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.

How To Prepare

1. Toast the sunflower seeds.
2. Toss the chopped kale, chickpeas, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and sunflower seeds in a bowl.
3. Mix extra virgin olive oil, salt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. Drizzle it over the veggies and toss.
5. Top it with grated parmesan cheese.

4. Mediterranean Greek Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• ½ cup chopped Roma tomatoes
• ½ cup sliced red onions
• ½ cup crumbled feta
• 3 tablespoons sliced black olives
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the cucumber into thin ribbons.
2. Toss the cucumber ribbons, Roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and black olives in a bowl.
3. Add olive oil, lime juice, black pepper, and salt.
4. Toss well before eating.

5. Thai Cucumber Salad

Serves: 1; Prep Time: 10 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 15 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup 2 inches long cucumber slices
• ½ cup bean sprouts
• ½ cup iceberg lettuce
• 2 tablespoons peanuts
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• ½ teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon seeded and chopped jalapenos
• 7-8 slices of pickled olives
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix lime juice, brown sugar, olive oil, and salt in a bowl.
2. Toss the cucumbers, bean sprouts, lettuce, chopped jalapenos, and pickled olives in the bowl.
3. Top it with peanuts.

6. Carrot Ribbon Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 10 min; Cooking Time: 10 min; Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 2 carrots
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 6 tablespoons lemon juice
• ¼ cup thinly sliced shallotsⁱ  XSimilar to onions, they are small, spherical vegetables with an intense flavor and are used to flavor other food.
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• ¾ cup raw pistachios
• 2 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup chopped friséeⁱ  XAlso known as curly endive, it refers to a plant with green leaves and curled edges that are eaten raw in salads.
• ¼ cup chopped parsley
• ½ cup halved grapes
• Salt to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

How To Prepare

1. Use a vegetable peeler to shave the carrots into thin ribbons.
2. Mix lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and shallots in a bowl.
3. Add honey and olive oil to this and mix well.
4. Heat a skillet and add a teaspoon of olive oil.
5. Add pistachios and salt to it and cook for 10 minutes.
6. In a large bowl, add carrot ribbons, halved grapes, frisée, parsley, and vinaigretteⁱ  XA sauce made by mixing oil with a mild acid such as vinegar or lemon juice, and commonly used as salad dressing or marinade. and toss.
7. Top it with pistachios for a crunchy taste.

7. Vegetarian Lentil Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 10 min; Cooking Time: 20 min; Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients

• ½ cup soaked brown lentils
• 1 ½ cups water
• ½ cup chopped carrots
• ½ cup chopped red onions
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
• ½ cup chopped celery
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Add the lentils, tomatoes, carrots, garlic, bay leaf, onions, salt, and water to a soup pot and cook for 15-20 minutes.
2. Add lemon juice, parsley, olive oil, black pepper, and dried thyme and give it a quick toss.

8. Apple Pomegranate Salad With Spicy Honey Dressing

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 20 min 

Ingredients

• 2 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup mixed greens
• 1 cup sliced apple
• ½ cup crumbled feta
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix honey, garlic, balsamic vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
2. Toss the romaine lettuce, mixed greens, and apple in a bowl.
3. Drizzle the dressing and mix well.
4. Top it with crumbled feta cheese for a flavorful finish.

9. Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Serves: 1; Prep Time: 10 min; Cooking Time: 20 min; Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup cubed butternut squash
• 1 ½ cups baby rocket spinach
• 5 tablespoons dried cranberries
• 3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ cup chopped shallots
• ¼ cup toasted walnuts
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

How To Prepare

1. Preheat the oven.
2. Toss butternut squash, salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, and maple syrup in a bowl.
3. Transfer this to a baking tray and bake for 15 minutes.
4. Add the cranberries to the baking tray and bake for 3 minutes more.
5. Mix apple cider vinegar, shallots, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
6. Take the baking tray out and transfer the baked butternut squash to a large bowl.
7. Add the rocket spinach and the dressing.
8. Give it a quick toss and top it with walnuts.

10. Grapefruit And Watermelon Salad

Serves: 4; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 3 cups chopped grapefruit
• 4 cups cubed watermelon
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil
• ½ cup pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon organic maple syrup
• 4 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt
• A handful of garden-fresh mint leaves

How To Prepare

1. Toss all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
2. Garnish with mint leaves.

11. Carrot Pomegranate Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 7 min; Total Time: 22 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup julienned carrots
• 1 cup pomegranate
• 2 tablespoons pecan nuts
• 2 teaspoons chopped mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• ⅙ teaspoon black pepper
• A handful of cilantro
• ¼ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt

How To Prepare

1. Mix lime juice, brown sugar, black pepper, chopped mint leaves, and pink Himalayan salt in a bowl.
2. Toss the julienned carrots and pomegranate in the bowl and mix well.
3. Garnish with cilantro and pecan nuts.

12. Cucumber And Watermelon Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup cubed cucumber
• 2 cups cubed watermelon
• ½ cup tomato juice
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ⅙ teaspoon pink Himalayan salt

How To Prepare

1. Combine watermelon, cucumber, tomato juice, lime juice, honey, feta cheese, and pink Himalayan salt in a bowl.
2. Top it with chopped mint leaves.

13. Healthy Raw Vegetable Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 3 min; Total Time: 18 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup iceberg lettuce
• ½ cherry tomato, halved
• ½ cup cucumber slices
• 1 cup baby spinach
• A few green olives
• 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Juice of one lime
• ½ teaspoon chili flakes
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix olive oil, brown sugar, chili flakes, lime juice, and salt in a large bowl.
2. Toss the veggies into the bowl and mix well.
3. Drizzle the salad dressing on top.
4. Enjoy!

14. Citrus Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 3 min; Total Time: 18 min

Ingredients

• ½ cup halved grapes
• ½ cup cubed kiwi
• ½ cup orange
• ½ cup grapefruit
• ½ cup chopped plum
• ½ cup cubed pineapple
• ½ cup mixed leafy greens
• 2 tablespoons flaked almonds
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ⅙ teaspoon salt
• ⅙ teaspoon black pepper

How To Prepare

1. Toss all the ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Top it with flaked almonds.

15. Avocado Beetroot Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 20 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 25 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup sliced beetroot
• 2 cups baby spinach
• ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup cubed avocado
• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
• ½ cup crumbled feta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix Dijon mustard, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and salt in a large bowl.
2. Throw in the veggies and give it a quick toss.
3. Top it with crumbled feta.

16. Green Pea Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 20 min; Cooking Time: 6 min; Total Time: 26 min

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 1 cup chopped iceberg lettuce
• ½ cup yellow bell pepper
• ¼ cup sliced red onions
• 1 cup chopped celery
• ¼ cup sliced black olives
• 3 tablespoons yogurt
• 2 tablespoon grated cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika powder
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and cheddar cheese in a large bowl.
2. Throw the peas, celery, lettuce, bell peppers, red onion slices, and black olives into the bowl.
3. Toss quickly and eat.

17. Tortellini And Broccoli Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 4 min; Total Time: 19 min

Ingredients

• 10 oz spinach filled tortelliniⁱ  XIt refers to pasta in the shape of small ring-shaped casings carrying a filling (as of meat or cheese).
• 1 cup broccoli floret
• ¼ cup sliced red onion
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Mix honey, sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, raisins, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl.
2. Toss the broccoli, onions, and tortellini in the bowl and mix.
3. Top it with sunflower seeds.

18. Kale And Quinoa Vegetarian Salad

Serves: 4; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5 min; Total Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup quinoa
• 2 cups chopped kale
• ½ cup avocado slices
• ½ cup bell pepper slices
• ¼ cup red onion slices
• 1 tablespoon crumbled feta
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• ½ teaspoon chili oil
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. To prepare the dressing, mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, chili oil, and salt in a bowl.
2. Toss the veggies and quinoa in the bowl.
3. Top it with feta.

19. Corn And Black Bean Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 20 min; Cooking Time: 3 min; Total Time: 23 min

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans
• 1 can sweet corn
• ¼ cup chopped onion
• ½ cup chopped scallions
• ½ cup chopped bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Throw the black beans, corn, onion, scallion, and bell pepper into a bowl.
2. Add the orange juice, balsamic vinegar, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt to it and give it a quick toss.
3. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

20. Zesty Italian Vegetarian Salad

Serves: 6; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 7 min; Total Time: 22 min

Ingredients

• 1 can artichoke hearts
• 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
• 1 cup sliced fresh red bell pepper
• 1 cup julienned carrot
• ¼ cup red onions
• ½ cup cucumber slices
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• 4 tablespoons canola oil
• ½ cup tarragon vinegar
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon chopped thyme
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon dry mustard
• 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

How To Prepare

1. Drain the artichoke hearts, cut them into cubes, and throw them in a large bowl.
2. Add the other veggies to the bowl.
3. Mix canola oil, brown sugar, thyme, garlic, mustard, tarragon vinegar, black olives, romano cheese, black pepper, and salt in another bowl and mix well.
4. Drizzle the dressing on the veggies and give it a quick toss.

Trivia

Ranch salad dressing is one of the most popular salad dressings in the US and is known for its creamy-herby taste.

21. Vegetarian Caesar Salad

Serves: 2; Prep Time: 15 min; Cooking Time: 5-10 min; Total Time: 20-25 min

Ingredients

For The Dressing

• ¼ cup unflavored Greek yogurt
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  Salt and pepper, to taste

For the salad

• 1 head of chopped romaine lettuce
• ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
• ½ sliced cucumber
• ½ cup readymade croutons
• 1 cup tofu-based meat-free chicken
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

How To Prepare

1. Prepare the meat-free chicken as per the instructions on the package. Set aside.
2. Mix all the ingredients for the dressing in a bowl and set aside.
3. Combine all the ingredients for the salad and meat-free chicken in a bowl, pour the dressing on top, and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Plate the salad and sprinkle some parmesan cheese before serving.

Infographic: Easy Vegetarian Salad Recipes

Being vegetarian doesn’t mean sacrificing taste or variety, especially when it comes to salads. This article explores a collection of easy vegetarian salad recipes that are both delicious and nutritious. Check out the infographic below to discover the especially creative combinations of fresh vegetables, herbs, and dressings that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which salad is best for weight loss?

Any vegetable salad is good for you. Use light dressing like olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

Is eating salad everyday good for you?

Yes! Eating loads of veggies with healthy fats like nuts and lentils/mushroom/tofu is good for your physical and mental well-being.

Which boiled vegetables are good for weight loss?

You may boil the veggies that you cannot eat raw, like bottle gourd, cauliflower, beans, etc. Blanch broccoli before tossing it in the salad bowl.

How can I add protein to my vegetarian salads?

You can add plant-based protein sources like tofu, tempeh, edamame, grains, and spirulina to your vegetarian salads for a herbivorous diet.

How can I make a vegetarian salad that’s high in fiber and nutrients?

You can add fiber-rich foods like buckwheat, barley, kidney beans, and oats to your vegetarian salad.

What are some vegetarian salad recipes that are suitable for people with food allergies or sensitivities?

Food allergies and sensitivities may vary from person to person. You can simply avoid adding such foods to your salads to suit your dietary needs.

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