The countdown is on, and there’s still plenty of time to finalize your Thanksgiving menu opens in a new tab. Have you considered salads? They make a perfect Thanksgiving side dish opens in a new tabserving as a fresh complement to some of the richer flavors typically on the table. Plan to include several on your menu. If you’re the type of cook who likes to focus all your cooking energy on the main course, stop by our in-store holiday table to find out what salads are available, or ask guests to bring salads. Salads travel well and most don’t require heating, so load your table up with salads and keep precious oven space open for the turkey, stuffing, pies and other goodies. And, if you’re a guest at a holiday table, a salad is a wonderful and convenient dish to bring. Many salads do best when they’re dressed just before serving, especially those featuring salad greens, so check the recipe for assembly info. Happy tossing! Green Salads Consider starting your holiday feast with a first course of green salad. Take your pick from some of our favorites.
• Kale Waldorf Salad opens in a new tab
• Thanksgiving Green Salad opens in a new tab
• Arugula and Fennel Salad opens in a new tab
• Spinach Salad with Aduki Beans and Clementine Vinaigrette opens in a new tab
Grain Salads Hearty grains + seasonal ingredients = very satisfying salads.
• Chestnut and Wheat Berry Salad opens in a new tab
• Fall Harvest Couscous opens in a new tab
• Warm Millet Salad with Brussels Sprouts, Creamed Mushrooms and Sage opens in a new tab
• Cranberry Quinoa Salad opens in a new tab
• Wild Rice Salad with Oranges and Currants opens in a new tab
• Farro, Apple and Pecan Salad opens in a new tab
• Wheat Berry Salad with Raisins, Beets and Citrus Vinaigrette opens in a new tab
Squash Salads Celebrate seasonal squash by making it the main ingredient in a salad.
• Butternut Squash and Kale Salad opens in a new tab
• Arugula Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Prosciutto opens in a new tab
• Butternut Squash Panzanella Salad opens in a new tab
Salads Featuring Fruit Apples, pears, citrus fruits and pomegranates are all in season, and their juicy sweetness is a welcome flavor in salads.
• Fennel and Tangerine Salad opens in a new tab
• Radicchio, Fennel and Pear Salad opens in a new tab
• Beet Salad with Oranges and Romaine opens in a new tab
• Apple, Ham and Watercress Salad opens in a new tab
• Coconut Ambrosia opens in a new tab
• Pomegranate, Green Bean and Jicama Salad opens in a new tab
Salads Starring Cheese Cheese adds a savory richness to salads.
• Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad opens in a new tab
• Gorgonzola and Dried Cherry Salad opens in a new tab
• Le Gruyère Salad with Apples and Cider Vinaigrette opens in a new tab
• Salad with Red Grapes and Feta opens in a new tab
What are your favorite salads for the Thanksgiving table?
