Salad recipes for dinner

Dinner salads don’t have to feel like a side dish. This collection of salad recipes for dinner brings together hearty, flavour-forward ideas designed to stand on their own. Think generous portions, bold dressings, satisfying textures and ingredients that keep you full. From warm salads and protein-packed bowls to fresh, seasonal combinations, these recipes are ideal for weeknight dinners, warm evenings and relaxed meals that don’t require much time in the kitchen.

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Lamb Rissoles with Sweet Potato Salad

Lamb Rissoles with Sweet Potato Salad

4.4

Green Goodness Bowl

Green Goodness Bowl

3.6

Satay Pork Vermicelli Rice Noodle Salad

Satay Pork Vermicelli Rice Noodle Salad

4.3

Chicken Pesto Panzanella Salad

Chicken Pesto Panzanella Salad

4.4

Salmon and Egg Brown Rice Salad

Salmon and Egg Brown Rice Salad

4.7

Zoodle and Mushroom salad

Zoodle and Mushroom salad

4.5

Watch step-by-step salad videos showing easy prep, simple dressings and balanced dinner ideas.

Wild Rice, Charred Broccolini and Egg Salad

Recipe: Wild Rice, Charred Broccolini and Egg Salad

Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork Belly Salad

Recipe: Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork Belly Salad

Peanut Noodle Salad with Omelette

Recipe: Peanut Noodle Salad with Omelette

Chicken Satay Skewers with Gado Gado

Recipe: Chicken Satay Skewers with Gado Gado

Teriyaki Salmon Soba Noodle Salad

Recipe: Teriyaki Salmon Soba Noodle Salad

Pesto, Tuna and Egg Pasta Salad

Recipe: Pesto, Tuna and Egg Pasta Salad

Browse more dinner salad ideas, from hearty bowls to lighter, fresh-style meals.

Smoked Duck and Peach Salad

Smoked Duck and Peach Salad

3.4

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