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Published: 11/11/2018Updated: 01/21/2023Author: Sue Moran
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15 Thanksgiving salad recipes that will turn a ho-hum holiday menu into a festive feast. These fall salads are so gorgeously tempting they might just outshine the bird!
One of the things I took away from my 30 years living in Southern California was a respect for a great salad. Californians wouldn’t dream about drafting a holiday menu (or any menu for that matter) without a big old gorgeous salad at the center of it all. A fabulous fall salad can refresh the traditional Thanksgiving lineup and keep it from feeling too heavy. Here are some amazing Thanksgiving salads to consider this year…
Kale and Fall Fruit Salad with Cider Poppy Seed Dressing
Pear Salad with Creamy Walnut Vinaigrette
Wheat Berry Salad with Beets and Feta
Fennel and Citrus Salad with Fennel Vinaigrette
Apple Salad with Celery and Walnuts
Rainbow Chard Salad
Beet and Wild Rice Salad with Spiced Pecans
Wild Rice with Watercress and Hazelnuts
Roasted Apple and Radicchio Salad
Peach and Cashew Biryani Salad
Harvest Wild Rice Salad
Rye and Carrot Salad
Kale and Butternut Salad with Maple Spiced Pecans
Vibrant Winter Slaw with Citrus Vinaigrette
Green Goddess Wedge Salad
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Lake namadte says:
Where is the salad in tge photo the lured me into this article? Frustrating.
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Sue Moran says:
Some posts are very old and have been updated several times to fix broken links and get fresh content, but pins live forever on Pinterest, so they can become out of date.
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Laura says:
Where’s the recipe for the salad shown in the original Pinterest image… lots of beets, pistachios & pomegranate seeds
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Jan P says:
Please which is the salad at the top header with beets and winter squash? The only recipe with that looks more chopped—is it the same?
Thank you—they all look so beautiful and yummy!Reply
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Sue Moran says:
Yes, you can chop or slice the veggies in various ways. Enjoy!
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Judy says:
I have been following you for years. You constantly have great ideas and recipes. I NEVER leave reviews but want you to know what a great job you do. I’ve been cooking for 55 years and am Cordon Blue trained but always find ideas from you.
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Sue Moran says:
Oh wow, thanks Judy, what a shot in the arm!
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Denise Stewart says:
WoW such vibrant looking salads hard to choose which to do first..such a feast for the eyes
Beautiful love food
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Janine Harrison says:
Hello! Oh my NOW I am excited for Thanksgiving. Thank you!
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Laura | Tutti Dolci says:
Such a beautiful round up, these salads all look so delicious!
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Joann Raccippio says:
All of your wonderful salad recipes would be delicious at any ocassion!
Hoping you are able to spend as much time with your loved ones in Florida….BlessingsReply
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Ann Sheehy says:
Sending good thoughts your way as you deal with family issues. I am inspired by your recipe posts. Take care.
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Sue says:
These virtual hugs mean a lot, thanks!
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che says:
you and your loved ones are in my prayers. travel safe. hugs!
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Sue says:
Sweet of you and thanks!
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Hey there ~ I'm Sue. I love to make delicious food, photograph it, and write about it, but mostly, I just love to EAT. Isn't that what it's all about? My recipes are creative, vibrant, and totally approachable no matter what your skill level. Let's grab a bite together!
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