20 Ideas for Mixed Salads

There are days when I just want a good salad: fresh, colorful, full of flavor… without spending hours in the kitchen. In this article, I share with you my 20 favorite mixed salads that I make at home on a regular basis.

Some of these mixed salads are ultra-simple, others a little more original, but they all have one thing in common: they’re easy to make, and they always make a big impact!

Whether you’re a “light meal” or a “full meal salad” team, you’re bound to find something to suit you.

1. Lentil, Mint and Feta Salad

One of my favorite salads when I need a filling but fresh lunch. The feta and mint do all the magic!

2. Pasta Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Artichokes and Pesto

I make this salad whenever the weather’s nice. It smells like summer and is always a big hit around the table.

3. Tuna and Rice Salad (French Recipe)

This is a great classic that I often make in advance for lunchboxes. Quick, simple and always appreciated.

4. Zesty Quinoa Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

I love it for its lightness and tangy taste. Perfect when I’m in the mood for a healthy, refreshing meal.

5. Grilled Zucchini, Feta and Mint Salad

A summer salad par excellence. The grilled zucchini adds a smoky flavor, the feta a creaminess, and the mint a touch of freshness.

6. Alsatian Potato Salad

If you’ve never tried adding stock and white wine to your potato salad, you’re in for a surprise! It’s ultra-tasty and so much lighter than a mayo version.

7. Grated Carrots with Lemon and Cumin

Everyone knows grated carrot salad, but with a little cumin, lemon and raisins, it goes with almost anything!

8. Cucumber and Melon Salad with Feta

One of my favorite sweet and sour salads. It’s always a hit, especially as a starter for a summer meal.

9. Kale and Lentil Salad with Avocado

I love the balance of this salad: crunchy, creamy, and with flavors that change a little. The avocado makes it very tasty.

10. Easy Fresh Salmon Salad

Perfect when I’m in the mood for freshness without the headache. I often make it for lunch at home.

11. Fig and Goat cheese Salad

Figs, goat’s cheese and walnuts… just thinking about it makes me want to make one again. It’s so simple, yet so refined.

12. Tuna and Tomato Salad (Spanish recipe)

Inspired by a trip to Spain, this salad is a concentrate of sunshine. I love it with crusty bread.

13. French Potato Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette

I often make it for barbecues or summer picnics. It’s a generous, well-balanced salad that everyone at home loves.

14. Classic Niçoise salad

Auguste Escoffier’s take on the traditional Niçoise salad. Green beans add a touch of freshness and crunch to this emblematic dish, while potatoes make it more substantial.

15. Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream

A fresh, creamy salad, perfect as a side dish. A perfect accompaniment to summer dishes, it’s ready in 5 minutes!

16. Peach and burrata panzanella

This is a salad I often make in summer! The combination of peaches, burrata and crusty bread is just perfect.

17. Tomato Carpaccio with Mustard Caviar

Very simple to make, but very chic on the plate. I serve it as a starter with a good loaf of bread and a drizzle of olive oil.

18. Broccoli Chickpea Salad with Tahini Vinaigrette

I love the chickpea-brocoli combination, especially with this lemon tahini sauce. It’s simple, but it tastes so good that I make it again and again!

19. Pointed Red Cabbage and Feta Salad

This is one of my favorite salads to accompany a rich dish. It’s fresh and crunchy, and the feta adds just the right amount of spice.

20. Tuna and White Bean Salad

This is the kind of salad I make when I want a complete meal without spending too much time in the kitchen. White beans, tuna and a good vinaigrette work every time. Just don’t forget the fresh herbs!