More Than 40 Salads For Those Who Feel Meh About Lettuce
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Salad recipes don't begin and end with a head of lettuce or a bag of mixed greens. While they have their time and place, it's easy to get bored with these delicate (in both flavor and texture) greens. Instead, make one of these exciting recipes starring everything from cruciferous vegetables like kale, broccoli, and brussels sprouts to juicy tomatoes, crisp carrots, and even celery.
Marinated Cabbage and Sweet Pepper Slaw
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Minted Spring Pea Salad
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Brussels Sprout, Lentil, and Cranberry Salad
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Eggplant and Chickpea Salad With Farro and Lemon-Mint Yogurt
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Chopped Brussels Sprouts, Kale, and Chard Salad
Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, Kale, and Pomegranate Mason Jar Salad
Cauliflower, Broccoli, and Sesame Salad
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Southeast Asian Tomato Salad
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Shredded Brussels Sprouts, Kale, and Kumquat Salad
Leeks Vinaigrette With Herbed Quail Eggs
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Spicy Carrot Sesame Salad
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Brussels Sprouts and Apple Salad With Parmesan
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Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad
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Quinoa Salad With Cherries and Feta
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Apple, Cabbage, and Walnut Salad
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Savory Mango, Cucumber, and Watermelon Salad
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Kale Salad With Pecorino and Pine Nuts
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Fennel, Orange, and Feta Salad
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Cucumber Avocado Caprese Salad
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Marinated Chickpea Salad
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Swiss Chard Salad With Lemon, Parmesan, and Breadcrumbs
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Tomato Salad With Chickpeas, Avocado, and Cucumber
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Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Quinoa Salad
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Brussels Sprouts Salad With Pomegranate, Walnuts, and Jalapeño
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Celery and Parmesan Salad
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Watermelon Radish, Orange, and Goat Cheese Salad
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Watermelon Caprese Salad
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