10 Simple Salads With Lettuce

Salads are the perfect way to enjoy fresh, crisp lettuce while adding a burst of flavor and nutrition to your meals. Whether you're looking for a light side dish or a hearty, protein-packed meal, these 10 Simple Salads with Lettuce have something for everyone. From classic Caesar Salad to a zesty Southwest Chicken Salad, these recipes are easy to make and full of delicious ingredients.

Tips For Making Salads With Lettuce

Use Fresh Ingredients: Crisp lettuce and fresh vegetables make all the difference in texture and flavor.
Balance Flavors and Textures: Combine crunchy, creamy, sweet, and tangy elements for a well-rounded salad.
Dress Just Before Serving: To keep your salad fresh and crisp, add dressing right before serving.
Homemade Dressings are Best: Making your own dressing takes just a few minutes and adds incredible flavor without unnecessary preservatives.
Add Protein for a Full Meal: Grilled chicken, shrimp, chickpeas, or boiled eggs can turn a simple salad into a satisfying main dish.

With so many ways to customize a salad, you can easily create a dish that suits your taste. Whether you prefer a creamy dressing, a tangy vinaigrette, or a simple drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice, these salads highlight the versatility of fresh lettuce. Let’s dive into these 10 simple and delicious lettuce-based salads!

Southwest Chicken Salad

If you’re looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make salad, this Southwest Chicken Salad has it all! Packed with juicy grilled chicken, lots of veggies and a zesty homemade Southwest dressing. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Let me show you how to whip up this easy Southwest Chicken Salad at home!

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Bibb Lettuce Salad (Bibb & Blue Salad)

This Bibb Lettuce Salad combines freshness and flavor in every bite, with crisp lettuce, walnuts, blue cheese, bacon and pickled onions.

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Lettuce Greek Salad

Simple and quick to make, this lettuce Greek salad is a twist on the original. Tossed in a red wine and herb dressing it's perfectly fresh and delicious.

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Mandarin Almond Salad

Simple, refreshing, and delicious! Just a few ingredients is all you need for this healthy and light and bright salad

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Lemon Parmesan Chopped Salad

Lemon parmesan chopped salad is a quick and elegant side dish or base salad that pairs with tons of sides and mains. An easy-going salad, it's perfectly balanced and utterly delicious.

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Best Creamy Caesar Salad Recipe

This Creamy Caesar Salad recipe really is the best we’ve ever made or tasted…anywhere. Be ready to give out the recipe to all your friends who will ask. Easy, delish, and crowd pleasing.

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Chef Salad

Fresh veggies, ham, turkey, eggs, and cheese are served over lettuce and served with a ranch or Thousand Island dressing.

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Simple Italian Salad

When it comes to fresh, satisfying, and easy, this Simple Italian salad checks all the boxes. With simple ingredients, including a creamy homemade Italian dressing, this Simple Italian Salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a flavorful side, or a dinner-worthy salad, this dish has you covered.

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Simple Salad with Goat Cheese and Cranberries

This Simple Salad with Goat Cheese and Cranberries is my FAVORITE go-to salad! With creamy goat cheese, crunchy red onions, candied pecans and tart cranberries, it truly is the ultimate sweet and savory combo. Serve as a side at dinner, the holiday table or pair it with your favorite protein to make a complete meal!

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