11 Salad Creations That Prove Your Grandma Had No Idea How to Turn Vegetables Into Something Exciting on the Plate

Did you grow up with a grandma who was always poking at the lettuce of her salad and looking bored? No more. With these 11 salad creations, you’ve got crunch and punch that’ll make you forget you’re getting your vegetables — and in many cases protein, too — on your salad plate.

Mediterranean Steak Salad

A plate of sliced steak on a bed of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled cheese. — Mediterranean Steak Salad. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Mediterranean Steak Salad brings juicy steak, fresh veggies and tangy dressing all in one bowl. It’s a great way to mix up your salad game with bold flavors and easy prep time. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Wedge Salad with Iceberg and Blue Cheese

Wedge salad topped with blue cheese dressing, bacon bits, chopped boiled egg, celery, and diced avocado, served on a white plate. — Wedge Salad with Iceberg and Blue Cheese. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Wedge Salad with Iceberg and Blue Cheese keeps things crunchy and creamy. This classic combo adds crisp lettuce, rich cheese and savory dressing for a quick and tasty side or light meal that hits the spot every time.
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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic and Feta

A close-up of a spinach salad with strawberries, pecans, and a sprinkle of feta cheese on a white plate. — Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic and Feta. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Strawberry Spinach Salad with Balsamic and Feta pairs sweet berries with tangy cheese and fresh greens. It’s bright, fresh and simple to toss together. A great pick when you want something light but packed with flavor.
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Greek Salad Skewers Appetizer

Cucumber slices topped with skewers of black olives, cherry tomatoes, and cheese cubes, garnished with herbs. — Greek Salad Skewers Appetizer. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Greek Salad Skewers Appetizer stacks tomatoes, cucumber, olives and cheese on a stick. These bite-sized treats bring fresh flavors and easy snacking to any party or quick bite. They’re fun, tasty and ready in minutes.
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Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

A fresh salad with arugula, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, pistachios, red onion, and basil leaves. — Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad combines earthy beets with creamy cheese and fresh greens. It’s a colorful dish that feels fancy but comes together fast. Great when you want a salad that stands out on the table.
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Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt

A bowl of salad with grilled chicken, bacon, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, cheese, lime wedges, and ranch dressing being spooned on top. — Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Keto Cobb Salad with Ranch Dressing Using Greek Yogurt keeps it low carb and full of flavor. This salad stacks bacon, eggs, cheese and fresh greens with a creamy tangy dressing that’s lighter but still super tasty.
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Bacon and Egg Salad with Leftover Boiled Eggs

A slice of bread topped with egg salad, garnished with a sprig of parsley, on a white plate. — Bacon and Egg Salad with Leftover Boiled Eggs. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Bacon and Egg Salad with Leftover Boiled Eggs turns simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Crispy bacon and creamy eggs mix with fresh greens for a salad that’s easy to make and great any time you want something filling.
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Mixed Green Salad with Warm Goat Cheese

A white bowl filled with fresh green arugula leaves topped with a round, breaded and baked piece of cheese. — Mixed Green Salad with Warm Goat Cheese. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Mixed Green Salad with Warm Goat Cheese serves fresh greens topped with melted cheese that’s soft and rich. This salad feels fancy but takes just minutes to make. It’s a perfect balance of fresh and cozy in every bite.
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Easy Red Potato Salad with Greek Yogurt

Close-up of creamy potato salad with chopped red potatoes, mayonnaise dressing, and fresh herbs. — Easy Red Potato Salad with Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Nothing says picnic like potato salad. And this easy red potato salad benefits from the use of both fresh herbs and Greek yogurt, an unexpected ingredient combination that gives it a creamy finish without heavy mayo.
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Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

A white bowl filled with tri-color rotini pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, and feta cheese on a red-and-white checkered tablecloth. — Easy Cold Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Cold Pasta Salad is a clever way to use leftover pasta. Toss it with veggies, cheese and dressing to create a refreshing side or a light, easy meal that’s ready in minutes. It’s a reliable option for picnics, barbecues or potlucks.
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Cranberry Tuna Salad Whole Foods Copycat

A stainless steel bowl filled with a delightful blend of cranberry tuna salad, featuring succulent shredded chicken, crisp celery, creamy mayonnaise, and bursts of dried cranberries. — Cranberry Tuna Salad Whole Foods Copycat. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

When I created this cranberry salad recipe, I had no idea that I was making a copycat of something that Whole Foods sells. All I know is I was trying to bring together two things I loved — my grandmother’s tuna fish salad recipe that she made with Miracle Whip and a sweet-and-savory profile.
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