21 Thanksgiving Salads That Complement Your Turkey Perfectly
Give your feast a boost of veggies with these irresistible greens.
Looking to add some green to your holiday table? Round out those delicious Thanksgiving side dishes and Thanksgiving appetizers with our favorite veggie-packed Thanksgiving salads. Before filling up on all the irresistible potato recipes and — the star of the show — Thanksgiving turkey recipes, whip up a few of these salads to give some fresh and flavorful additions to your spread. From vegan options to rich and creamy dressings, there's a recipe here for everyone at your Turkey Day celebration.
In addition to being a healthy Thanksgiving side dish or Thanksgiving-style vegetable side dish, these delicious salads couldn't be easier to whip up when you're looking for some stress-free sides. Most of these recipes are ready in under 30 minutes, making them the easiest last minute addition when you just need one more dish. Full of seasonal vegetables and celebrated fall flavors to go with your healthy fall dinners, these recipes will have you looking forward to getting your veggies in year after year. From roasted vegetables to fully raw dishes, these super salads give a fresh perspective to the usual Thanksgiving spread. Serving an extra-big crowd this year? No problem! These recipes are super simple to double (or triple!) to feed your entire crew, and many can easily be made into vegan recipes to accommodate for any meat and dairy free diets.
Load up your plate with roasted butternut squash, fresh Brussels sprouts and new takes on the classic Caesar for a celebration you won't forget. We know, they're delicious — but don't forget to save room for Thanksgiving desserts!
Escarole Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
This flavor-packed salad combines toasted walnuts, tangy blue cheese and bright pomegranate seeds for a festive starter in under 15 minutes!
Lemony Brussels Sprout Salad
Turn a popular Thanksgiving veggie — Brussel sprouts — into a crunchy, lemony salad topped with dried cranberries and almonds.
Get the Lemony Brussels Sprout Salad recipe.
Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette
Baby kale paired with roasted butternut squash makes this a filling, nutritious option that lasts for leftovers!
Get the Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette recipe.
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Romaine Salad with Lemon-Pecorino Vinaigrette
Hazelnuts add a toasty, satisfying crunch to this simple salad.
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Roasted Squash Panzanella
Kale, crunchy bread and roasted squash work together to make this a delicious, filling option.
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Kale and Roasted Cauliflower Salad
We can't get enough of roasted veggies, and adding them to a salad is a perfect way to give heaps of flavor to nutritious kale.
Get the Kale and Roasted Cauliflower Salad recipe.
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Roasted Asparagus Salad with Feta Vinaigrette
Let roasted asparagus shine with creamy feta, savory shallot and fresh mint.
Get the Roasted Asparagus Salad with Feta Vinaigrette recipe.
White Bean and Broccolini Salad
Tossed with spicy red pepper flakes and delicious honey mustard, this bean and veggie salad is a sweet and spicy addition to your spread.
Shaved Carrot and Radish Salad
Give a pop of color to your Thanksgiving feast — and a break from roasted veggies — with this bright and fresh raw salad.
Get the Shaved Carrot and Radish Salad recipe.
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Potato Salad with Vinaigrette
With a light red onion vinaigrette instead of a heavier dressing, this is a perfect new take on a starchy side for your festive feast.
Get the Potato Salad With Vinaigrette recipe.
Green Goddess Carrot Salad
This colorful carrot salad topped with creamy green goddess dressing is a flavorful, creative variation on classic roasted carrots.
Get the Green Goddess Carrot Salad recipe.
Vegan Caesar Salad
Need to please a vegan diet? Look no further than this Caesar salad with all of the flavor, no meat or cheese needed.
Get the Vegan Caesar Salad recipe.
Wedge Salad with Creamy Herb Dressing
This light number topped with an herby, flavorful dressing is a crunchy, satisfying starter ready in under 15 minutes.
Lemon Arugula Salad
This quick and easy salad (ready in under 15 minutes!) pairs favorite flavors together: cut and sugared lemon, arugula and Parmesan cheese.
Get the Lemon Arugula Salad recipe.
Chickpea Salad with Smashed Cucumbers
Add some Mediterranean flavor to your usual holiday spread with healthy, fresh veggies and creamy feta.
Bacon and Apple Farro Salad
You can add any protein to this apple, grape and farro salad, but we recommend frying up crispy bacon for an easy and delicious flavor boost.
Get the Bacon and Apple Farro Salad recipe.
Bright Radish Salad
Bright radishes give an eye-catching pop of color and fresh flavor in this no-cook dish.
Get the Bright Radish Salad recipe.
Steak and Rye Panzanella
Leave the steak out of this crunchy rye panzanella so guests don't fill up before the main meal. With fennel, kale and onion, it's a great fall starter!
Get the Steak and Rye Panzanella recipe.
Kale Salad with Pickled Cranberries and Crispy Quinoa
Pickling your cranberries a day (or up to two weeks) in advance gives this crunchy kale salad a sweet and tart kick.
Get the Kale Salad with Pickled Cranberries and Crispy Quinoa recipe from Country Living.
Spinach Salad with Pickled Shallots and Mustard Vinaigrette
Not only is this spinach salad packed with mouthwatering flavors of sharp shallots, peppers and crispy bacon, but its wreath-like look makes for a stunning presentation.
Get the Spinach Salad with Pickled Shallots and Mustard Vinaigrette recipe from Woman's Day.
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