Sweet summer corn and buttery ripe avocado are truly one of the greatest combinations out there, and this Avocado Corn Salad is proof of that. I make it on repeat from June straight through August, and honestly it goes with just about everything. Serve it alongside Grilled Scallops with Avocado Corn Salad for a full [...]
Grilled vegetables and grilled salads are the easiest way to turn a hot grill into a whole spread of smoky, charred sides and main-dish salads, from blistered shishitos and grilled corn to charred romaine and steak Caprese. I have rounded up 21 of my favorites here so you can build the entire side of the [...]
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When I made Mexican Corn and Quinoa Salad this past week, I had no intention of sharing it with anyone. I made it and then hid in the back of my fridge in hopes that no one else would figure out it's there... [...]
This Chili Lime Chicken Salad is the recipe I have been making on repeat since we launched the Dalkin&Co Chili Lime Seasoning, and I genuinely cannot stop. We are talking juicy, charred chili lime marinated chicken thighs over shredded romaine with crispy bacon, creamy avocado, Colby Jack, and fresh cilantro, all topped with the most [...]
The LA Chop is my ultimate Italian chopped salad, and once you make it you will completely understand why it has become the most requested thing at our table for YEARS for any and all girls nights. Originally this showed up in my cookbook and since then, we've given it a bit of a facelift [...]
Let me tell you something, the perfect Caesar salad is one of those recipes that sounds simple but absolutely has to be done right, and once you nail it, you will never order it at a restaurant again. We're talking crisp, cold romaine, a deeply savory dressing with just the right punch of garlic and [...]
Main course salad recipes are EVERYTHING. They're a great way to use up the fresh produce in season, and you can load them up with whatever you have in your fridge or pantry. I've rounded up over 60 of my favorite salads here, plus my top 4 salad dressings you'll want to batch so you [...]
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with balsamic vinaigrette and pomegranate is the perfect healthy and festive side dish for holidays and weeknights alike. If you love brussels sprouts like I do, my Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is the raw version that's equally addictive and my Crispy Lemon Roasted Brussels Sprouts are the lemon lover's take. [...]
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We’re keeping things simple and wildly flavorful today with this Skirt Steak Salad with Homemade Croutons and Calabrian Vinaigrette. It’s everything I want in a dinner salad: crisp greens, warm roasted veggies, juicy steak, and the most addictive Calabrian dressing. Why I Love This Recipe We love a full meal in salad form. This Skirt [...]
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I know we're transitioning back into the school year / fall and all that jazz... BUT SUMMER ISN'T OVER YET. And this recipe is quite literally summer on a platter. This Stone Fruit and Burrata Salad is sunshine, sweetness, and a little bit of creamy indulgence all in one bite. I love this with my [...]
If you're looking for a salad that is bold, fresh, and feels like a mini trip to the Mediterranean, this Greek Chicken Salad is it. Think of it as the heartier, main-course version of my Chopped Greek Salad, loaded with Grilled Chicken Thighs, bright herbs, and briny feta. If you love this vibe, my Fattoush [...]
Peak summer salad vibes are happening with this Watermelon Peach Salad loaded with cooling cucumbers, salty feta and some fresh mint! Why I Love This Recipe Summer salads are some of my favorite types of salads because of all the different types of fruits and vegetables that are in season. In its most basic form, [...]
I've told you before about my love of a chopped salad. There's just something so easy about it as you can pile it into a bowl, cuddle up in an armchair, and munch away! This Southwestern Chicken Chopped Salad with a Creamy Chipotle Dressing is perfect for this time of the year! Why I Love [...]
Meet my latest obsession when it comes to bowls: Summer Salmon Salad with Stone Fruit, Strawberries and Avocados! Why I Love This Recipe We're living in peak summer produce season and I'm thriving. Stone fruit is littering my counter and I've been adding it to everything.... especially salads (I love a summer stone fruit salad). [...]
Every single time I publish a cookbook, I realize a few months later that there are a few recipes that I didn't think of in time that need their moment in the sun. This Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad is one of them and OMG it's heavenly! Serve it alongside Basil Parmesan Grilled Corn and [...]
If you're familiar with my moms Cucumber Salad from my cookbook, you know that this makes an appearance on my dinner table almost EVERY single night! It's the most perfect side salad known to man (goes beautifully with Perfect Juicy Grilled Chicken Thighs, Grilled Flank Steak with Salsa Verde, or Salmon Shawarma) and now it's [...]
This Charred Pepper Salad with Feta is the kind of vibrant summer side dish that turns heads and vanishes fast. It’s smoky, tangy, salty, and totally addicting. Give me this and a grilled steak and let me live! Why I Love This Recipe I’m obsessed with this Charred Pepper Salad for so many reasons: it’s [...]
Summer tomatoes are having their moment and this Avocado Heirloom Tomato Salad is the only thing I want to eat when it’s blazing hot outside. It’s juicy, herby, salty, and just the right amount of tangy. Why I Love This Recipe There’s truly nothing better than peak-season tomatoes, especially when you pair them with creamy [...]
Omg. It’s the salad of summer. Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Wonderful Pistachios is about to be your new favorite refreshing side dish ever! [...]
This won't come as a shock to those of you who've been reading / cooking from What's Gaby Cooking for the past few years, but I didn't have a Caesar Salad until I was well into my 20's! [...]
Noodle salads have a permanent spot in my regular rotation, and this Sriracha Lime Noodle Salad has quickly become one of my absolute favorites to pull together on a busy weeknight. The punchy heat from the sriracha, the citrusy brightness from fresh lime juice, and all those crisp, colorful toppings make every single bite completely [...]
German Potato Salad is in my blood! It runs through my veins - and it's EVERYTHING you need for summer cook-outs this year! [...]
This Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad brings together everything I love about summer in one bowl. Bright and herby with the most delicious balsamic vinaigrette, it's a riff on my classic Herb Caprese Salad with chewy orzo and roasted jammy tomatoes folded in. If you love a good summer tomato salad, you'll also be obsessed with [...]
Currently deeply invested in all things beets and this Beet Salad with Burrata and Strawberries is PERFECTION. It’s bright and colorful, layered with flavor, and just the right balance of creamy, crunchy, sweet, and tangy. I've been prepping this weekly for lunches and it's incredible. Why I Love This Recipe I'm having a moment with [...]
If you've ever had elote (otherwise known as Mexican street corn), this is its slightly easier to eat and equally addictive cousin. Esquites are basically a corn salad dream. All the same bold chili-lime-cotija flavors as chili lime creamed corn, just served cold in a bowl instead of hot from a skillet. I am obsessed. [...]
This Best Spring Panzanella Salad with Crispy Shallots is loaded with spring's best snap peas, asparagus, and cucumbers, all mixed with garlicky croutons, salty chunks of feta, crispy shallots, and a lemon vinaigrette. Make it with my Homemade Garlic Croutons for the best crunch, swap in my Basil Vinaigrette for a different spin, and when [...]
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Ready for the chicken salad recipe to end all chicken salad recipes? This Creamy Herb Chicken Salad is bright, herby, a little crunchy, a little creamy, and absolutely perfect for lunch prep or feeding a crowd. Layer in a croissant and you'll never look back! Why I Love This Recipe Okay so here's what happened [...]
Happy Monday from my new favorite chopped salad. This Celery Salad is loaded with celery (obviously), tons of avocados, feta, chickpeas, a touch of lettuce and the most delightful lemon dill dijon dressing that you'll want to stockpile for all sorts of other vegetables. Why I Love This Recipe I think I was semi-late to [...]
This Mexican Cobb Salad is basically my dream in a bowl! It's got alllll the hits—spicy shrimp, guac, beans, corn, the works. It's the loaded salad of our dreams. This salad is a fun twist on the traditional Cobb—it skips the bacon, blue cheese, and hard-boiled eggs and instead leans all the way into my [...]
You guys know I live for anything that's equal parts fresh, crunchy, and totally addictive, so let me introduce you to your new favorite: Crispy Rice Salad. It's got all the things we love like crispy jasmine rice, a punchy scallion-ginger vinaigrette, and a medley of fresh veggies that scream HEALTH lol! If you love [...]
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If you've been around here for a while, you know I live for my nightly "House Salad" with cucumbers, avocado and my moms balsamic dressing. It's a staple. Simple, fresh, and totally versatile, it's the salad that winds up on our table 5 out of 7 nights, and once you try it, you'll see why! [...]
If there’s one thing I love, it’s a salad with major crunch, vibrant colors, and a dressing so good you’ll want to drink it straight from the bowl. This Chopped Thai Salad checks every box and then some—prepare your knife skills, this is a keeper! Why I Love This Recipe This Chopped Thai Salad is [...]
If you ask me, radicchio salad with burrata is one of those combinations that just makes complete sense. The slight bitterness of the radicchio plays perfectly against the rich, creamy burrata, and once you add a punchy dressing into the mix, every bite is genuinely exciting. I am obsessed with building salads around burrata lately, [...]
Here’s the thing about being a California girl. It means having access to some of the most incredible produce on earth so I can whip up gorgeous dishes like this California Cobb Salad [...]
Here’s a dish that has it all—juicy grilled steak, crunchy delectable croutons, and a caramelized onion vinaigrette that’s next-level delicious. This Grilled Steak Salad is hearty enough for a main meal but light enough to keep things fresh. Whether you're serving it up for a weeknight dinner or a weekend get-together, it's one of those [...]
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While we might be in back to school / back to work mode, summer isn't really over yet. And anyone who tells you otherwise is lying! We've got a beautiful few weeks left and this Cucumber Feta Orzo Pasta Salad has been frequently requested on social media and it's FINALLY hitting the website today! If [...]
A simple tomato salad with burrata is all about letting fresh ingredients shine. Juicy, ripe tomatoes meet creamy burrata for a combination that’s both rich and refreshing. Drizzled with a little olive oil and sprinkled with basil, this salad is as effortless as it is delicious—perfect for when you want something light yet satisfying. Why [...]
A charred snap pea salad is the kind of dish that’s easy to love. The smokiness from the lightly charred peas adds depth, while the crisp texture and fresh flavor keep it light and satisfying. Tossed with a chili dressing and a sprinkle of feta, it's a simple yet vibrant salad that brings a little [...]
I don't know about you guys - but it feels like EVERYONE is in Italy this summer. Trust me, I'd gladly be there too but writing cookbook #3 has me in LA for the foreseeable future. But... [...]
Perhaps my favorite side salad of summer, this Avocado Peach Salad is truly perfection. It's summer on a platter with butter lettuce, fresh peaches, Persian cucumbers, and avocado. If you love summer peach recipes, my Peach Tomato Caprese is another stunner, my Butter Lettuce Salad is the simpler year-round version, and a drizzle of my [...]
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