26 Satisfying and Delicious Italian Inspired Salads
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
ITALIAN
SALADS
Salads don’t have to be boring! If you’re looking for a way to enjoy a salad without sacrificing flavor, look no further than this Italian-inspired collection. Here you’ll find an array of salads that are packed with delicious Italian flavors.
Choose from a variety of salads featuring fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, crunchy vegetables, and other flavorful ingredients like artichokes, capers, olives, anchovies, and more. Whether you’re looking for a simple side salad to pair with your favorite Italian dish, or a hearty main course salad, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for here!
Go ahead and explore this collection of 26 Italian salads and find something new and delicious to serve at your next meal. The recipes are easy to follow and can be adapted to suit your dietary needs. So, get ready to enjoy some flavorful Italian salads!
Half Baked Harvest
Pesto Chicken, Corn, and Avocado Bacon Pasta Salad...
Simple to toss together, super flavorful, filling, and healthy too...the perfect quick fix salad!
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29,974
297
45 min
TOTAL TIME
903
CALORIES
$2.43
PER SERVING
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Well And Full
Kale Detox Salad w/ Pesto
This kale detox salad is the perfect meal for a cleanse, made with whole, real ingredients. Made with a mouthwatering carrot top pesto and roasted vegetables.
29
255.2k
487.0
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
1633
CALORIES
$3.85
PER SERVING
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The Recipe Critic
Copycat Olive Garden Salad
Copycat Olive Garden Salad is one of my all time favorite restaurant salads ever! And now you can have this bright zingy incredible salad at home!
2
15,870
664
15 min
TOTAL TIME
224
CALORIES
$3.78
PER SERVING
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It's a Veg World After All
Italian Marinated Green Bean Salad
Cold green bean salad with Italian dressing.
18
24,351
17
15 min
TOTAL TIME
728
CALORIES
$0.91
PER SERVING
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Baker by Nature
20-Minute Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Pasta...
This 20-Minute Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Pasta Salad is fresh, fast, and flavorful!
12
62,828
84
30 min
TOTAL TIME
528
CALORIES
$3.41
PER SERVING
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Cafe Delites
Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad
Balsamic Chicken Avocado Caprese Salad is a quick and easy meal in a salad! Seared chicken, fresh mozzarella and tomato halves, creamy avocado slices and shredded basil leaves are drizzled with an incredible balsamic dressing that doubles as a marinade for the ultimate salad! Weight Watchers Smart P...
13
167.3k
7.5k
20 min
TOTAL TIME
350
CALORIES
$2.00
PER SERVING
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Buns in my Oven
Italian Pasta Salad
This Italian pasta salad is bursting with flavor from the pepperoni, salami, mozzarella, and veggies! The homemade Italian dressing is perfect for this salad!
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41,642
533
18 min
TOTAL TIME
588
CALORIES
$1.88
PER SERVING
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Baker by Nature
Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
This Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is ready in about 10 minutes! Made with just basic 5 ingredients you probably have in the kitchen right now! This is the perfect side dish for Summer parties, picnics, or potlucks!!!
9
429.7k
249.0
10 min
TOTAL TIME
459
CALORIES
$1.82
PER SERVING
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Natasha's Kitchen
Caprese Salad Recipe
Caprese Salad is an easy classic Italian recipe. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best! The combination of ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese and basil are a winning combination and you will love the excellent homemade Balsamic Glaze.
43
35,009
167
15 min
TOTAL TIME
162
CALORIES
$2.51
PER SERVING
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I Heart Nap Time
Caprese Salad Recipe
This easy caprese salad takes only 10 minutes of prep and ready in less than 30 minutes! Filled with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and topped with balsamic.
14
32,428
38
25 min
TOTAL TIME
106
CALORIES
$1.01
PER SERVING
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Garnished Plate
Cucumber Tomato Salad
A simple yet refreshing side dish that is perfect for lunch, dinner or to take along for a party, this Cucumber Tomato Salad comes together in minutes for a tasty treat!
5
829
10 min
TOTAL TIME
43
CALORIES
$0.33
PER SERVING
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Eating Well
Summer Vegetable Gnocchi Salad
This riff on pasta salad is best served warm while the gnocchi are nice and tender. Plus, the grilled veggies taste extra-good fresh off the fire in this easy gnocchi recipe.
4
2,073
13
40 min
TOTAL TIME
716
CALORIES
$4.20
PER SERVING
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Lemons + Zest
Tortellini Caprese Salad
A twist on the classic, this Tortellini Caprese Salad is the pasta salad of the summer--and every season in between. Toss it together in 10 minutes and enjoy the fresh flavors of basil, tomatoes, cheesy tortellini and a delicious balsamic glaze. A perfect side but also hearty enough for a meal!
30
54,140
108
25 min
TOTAL TIME
435
CALORIES
$1.73
PER SERVING
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Half Baked Harvest
Pesto Potato Salad
Made healthier, using a mayo free, lemony basil pesto. This pesto includes plenty of garden fresh basil, parmesan cheese, fresh lemon, a little garlic, and lots of flaky sea salt!
21
17,899
23
45 min
TOTAL TIME
523
CALORIES
$4.13
PER SERVING
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Evergreen Kitchen
Tortellini Pesto Salad
An easy and delicious 20 minute dinner. This vegetarian tortellini is brimming with flavor from pesto, sundried tomatoes, baby spinach, and feta cheese. Tortellini keeps well as meal prep for the week; it's also a great make-ahead dish for potlucks and entertaining.
2
9
20 min
TOTAL TIME
521
CALORIES
$2.38
PER SERVING
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Dinner at the Zoo
Orzo Salad
This greek orzo salad is made with cucumbers, chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, feta and herbs, all tossed in a herb dressing. A simple yet hearty pasta salad that can be served as a main course or side dish.
9
30,870
128
30 min
TOTAL TIME
385
CALORIES
$0.98
PER SERVING
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Eating Well
Shrimp Pasta Salad
This fresh and bright cold shrimp pasta salad features classic shrimp scampi flavors. Lemon and Dijon mustard brighten the dressing, and asparagus adds a nice crunch. Farfalle pasta works well with this dish, but any medium pasta shape will work.
1
402
470
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
882
CALORIES
$4.21
PER SERVING
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That Low Carb Life
Italian Cauliflower Salad
This cold cauliflower salad is packed with fresh veggies, salami, and pepperoni. The homemade Italian dressing adds so much flavor!
11
23,952
5,730
2 hr 18 min
TOTAL TIME
349
CALORIES
$1.92
PER SERVING
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My Keto Kitchen
Keto Halloumi Cauliflower Couscous Salad
Our Keto Halloumi Cauliflower Couscous Salad recipe makes a tasty warm vegetarian lunch or low carb side dish. It’s tangy and full of fresh, delicious flavors.
2
119
40
35 min
TOTAL TIME
349
CALORIES
$3.49
PER SERVING
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Jennifer M. Fitness
Cucumber Tomato Salad
Simple tomato and cucumber salad tossed in a tangy, vinegar based dressing.
1
173
1
10 min
TOTAL TIME
168
CALORIES
$2.12
PER SERVING
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It's Not Complicated Recipes
Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
This Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese salad is certain to become a favourite. It is light, full of flavour and so easy to make. You can serve it as an appetiser or as a side dish. Don’t miss the opportunity to mop up the delicious juices with some crusty bread.
46
2,071
9
45 min
TOTAL TIME
131
CALORIES
$2.39
PER SERVING
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Omenmade Hooplah
Italian Pasta Salad
This easy cold Italian pasta salad packs a ton of flavor with Italian salami and freshly chopped veggies that are tossed with rotini pasta and Italian dressing.
23
29,197
944
20 min
TOTAL TIME
392
CALORIES
$1.25
PER SERVING
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Peas and Crayons
Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
Just when you thought pasta salad couldn't get any better: This caprese tortellini pasta salad is ready to rock your next party or BBQ!
5
659
5
18 min
TOTAL TIME
358
CALORIES
$2.06
PER SERVING
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The Clever Meal
Cannellini Bean Salad
This super easy cannellini bean salad combines canned beans and their amazing texture with juicy tomatoes, savory olives, and refreshing parsley. All tossed in a homemade lemon garlic dressing to add an irresistible Mediterranean flavor! So simple, and so good.
2,710
35
10 min
TOTAL TIME
290
CALORIES
$1.09
PER SERVING
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Alena Menko
Butternut Squash and Farro Salad
This butternut squash and farro salad is perfect for fall. It combines arugula, butternut squash, farro, grapes, goat cheese, cinnamon, pecans, and is drizzled with a maple lemon vinaigrette.
13
104
40 min
TOTAL TIME
492
CALORIES
$4.86
PER SERVING
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Vikalinka
Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Red Onions
Crunchy cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions and fresh dill all dressed in a simple vinaigrette for a beautiful summer salad.
3
375
10 min
TOTAL TIME
54
CALORIES
$1.93
PER SERVING
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