2Seven-Layer Salad
Want a show-stopping centerpiece for your Easter table? Look no further than this gorgeous layered salad. Make it ahead of time, then toss it together just before serving.
Get the Seven-Layer Salad recipe.
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3Strawberry Chicken Cobb Salad
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThe gang's all here in this Cobb salad, except with some big-time upgrades. Strawberries stand in for the standard tomatoes, while feta takes the place of blue cheese. Fear not, there's still an extra-creamy buttermilk-based dressing that coats every bite.
Get the Strawberry Chicken Cobb Salad recipe.
4French Potato Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMWe all love a classic mayo-based potato salad, but it’s time to elevate and try something with a little more… je ne sais quoi. French potato salad is the punchy, bright, and herby addition to your list of springy Easter side dishes that you didn’t know you needed.
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5Spring Cobb Salad
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON 6Chicken-Avocado Caprese Salad
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORETo make this chicken-avocado version of a classic Caprese, we stuck with simplicity, only adding grilled balsamic chicken, creamy avocado, and a little romaine for crunch. The result is a simple salad that is still refreshing and light, but also satisfying enough to be a casual Easter dinner.
Get the Chicken-Avocado Caprese Salad recipe.
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7Green Bean Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERIf your family cookout doesn’t feature a big bowl of this salad, you’re seriously missing out. Fresh green beans are tossed with cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta in a simple red wine vinaigrette for a Greek-inspired side that’s as light and fresh as it is seasonal.
Get the Green Bean Salad recipe.
8Strawberry Spinach Salad
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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: SIMON ANDREWS 10Broccoli Salad
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREA simple and reliable side, the classic broccoli salad is loaded with flavor and texture. Ready in around 30 minutes, it’s the perfect make-ahead side for an Easter BBQ or last-minute party, and makes a great base for Easter brunch too.
Get the Broccoli Salad recipe.
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11Antipasto Chickpea Salad
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ERIKA JOYCEThis versatile chickpea salad is a great Easter side but can easily be a full meal on its own! Adding a spoonful of Dijon mustard to your red wine vinaigrette makes it creamier in both taste and body—consider it your secret weapon in making a classic dressing that much better.
Get the Antipasto Chickpea Salad recipe.
12Fried Goat Cheese Salad
A quick pan-fry makes creamy goat cheese a fun, super-crunchy salad topper. It’s a creative take on croutons that makes a simple salad so much more exciting. These are also great on their own and would be delicious on a cheese board with a little drizzle of honey (so make extra!).
Get the Fried Goat Cheese Salad recipe.
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13Niçoise Salad
PARKER FEIERBACHAccording to food historians, the first Niçoise salad (from Nice, on France’s southeastern coast) contained only tomatoes, olive oil, and anchovies. Over the years, ingredients have been added and subtracted, so feel free to do the same and go with your favorites!
Get the Niçoise Salad recipe.
14Bacon Pea Salad
PARKER FEIERBACHWhen you think pea salad, you might be imagining the mayo-based kind. Great in their own ways, but we decided to lighten ours up a bit (so you can save room for more Easter candy!). This one is fresh, crunchy, and has the most delicious bacon vinaigrette.
Get the Bacon Pea Salad recipe.
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15Roasted Chickpea and Avocado Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE 16Tuna Macaroni Salad
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17Ham Salad
ERIK BERNSTEINThis super-easy ham salad is as delicious between bread for Easter lunch as it is on crackers as an app before Easter dinner. Hot tip: This salad is also an amazing use for any spiral ham you have leftover after Easter too.
Get the Ham Salad recipe.
18Antipasto Potato Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: SIMON ANDREWSThough a traditional creamy dressing is delicious on potato salad, it can sometimes be heavy and leave too little room for the main event. If you’re looking to lighten up the classic, look no further—this version is bursting with all the flavors of your favorite antipasto.
Get the Antipasto Potato Salad recipe.
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19Chicken Caesar Salad
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER, FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAM 20Cobb Egg Salad
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