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    Published: Dec 22, 2020 · Modified: Mar 10, 2021 by Cassie

    20+ Easy Christmas Salads

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    Looking for the best Christmas salads to serve at your Christmas lunch or dinner this year?  I've got you covered.  Be inspired and choose from a range of summer and winter salads that will brighten up your Christmas table.  These are the 20 best Christmas salad recipes the internet has to offer!

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    Trying to decide what side dishes to serve at Christmas this year?  Why not serve a salad or two!  Aussies love a good Christmas salad, especially since our holidays fall in the summertime. 

    But don't let a cooler climate stop you from considering adorning your Christmas table with a salad.  There's plenty of winter appropriate salads to choose from in this list made with ingredients like roasted pumpkin, sweet potato and hearty grains.  

    Most of these salads can be made in advance, giving you more time to focus on the main course.  Not to mention it's one less thing fighting for room in the oven!

    Keep scrolling to choose one (or more) of these delicious and easy Christmas salad recipes!  

    Be sure to also check out our 30 Christmas Side Dishes and 20 Christmas Main Dishes to complete your meal!  

    20+ Easy Christmas Salads

    Roast Pumpkin, Spinach and Feta Salad

    This Roast Pumpkin, Spinach and Feta Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing is a bright and fresh antidote to bland and boring salads. Roast the pumpkin the day before for a quick and easy assemble on the day!

    Photo Credit: itsnotcomplicatedrecipes.com

    Caprese Christmas Wreath

    This Caprese Christmas Wreath is the ideal addition to your festive table. Not only is it a delicious and popular salad, but it makes an attractive table centrepiece. Enjoy it as an appetiser or serve it as a side dish; it is the ideal companion to hot or cold dishes, meat, fish or poultry.

    Photo Credit: www.sustainablecooks.com

    Kale Chopped Salad

    This delicious Kale Chopped Salad is a powerhouse of veggies with a touch of bacon. This hearty salad can be made-ahead with no worries, which takes one thing off your list on Christmas day!

    Photo Credit: www.wholefoodbellies.com

    Halloumi Cous Cous and Pomegranate Salad

    This fresh and zesty Halloumi Cous Cous and Pomegranate Salad is perfect for both a hot or cold Christmas. Filling, delicious and full of all the good things, you will be coming back for seconds in no time.

    Photo Credit: thealmondeater.com

    Garlic Salmon Salad with Tzatziki

    Planning on serving Mediterranean inspired mains like roasted lamb? They would pair so well with this fresh and flavourful Garlic Salmond Salad with Tzatziki.

    Cabbage and Crunchy Noodle Salad

    This Cabbage and Crunchy Noodle Salad with Oriental Style Dressing is a much-loved Aussie dish and is always served at our Christmas lunch.  It's a real crowd pleaser and goes well with most mains.

    Photo Credit: www.budgetbytes.com

    Roasted Vegetable Couscous - Vegan

    Roasted Vegetable Couscous is a great salad to serve in you had Vegan or Vegetarian guests. It's also very hearty making it perfect for a winter Christmas.

    Photo Credit: www.heynutritionlady.com

    Spicy Watermelon Salad

    This Spicy Watermelon Salad screams Summer and would look bright and colourful on the Christmas table!

    Photo Credit: www.sugarsaltmagic.com

    Warm Potato Asparagus Salad

    It's hard to resist any dish with potatoes but why would you want to? This Warm Potato Asparagus Salad makes an impressive side for Christmas meals.

    Roasted Sweet Potato, Avocado and Feta Salad

    This Roasted Sweet Potato, Avocado and Feta Salad is one that would suit a winter or summer Christmas celebration. Roast the sweet potatoes ahead of time for an easy assemble.

    Photo Credit: www.pipandebby.com

    Crispy Kale and Garbanzo Bean Salad Recipe

    This Crispy Kale and Garbanzo Bean (Chickpea) Salad is like a new take on the old and boring green salad. You'll have an empty bowl after putting this out on the Christmas table!

    Photo Credit: www.abakingjourney.com

    Moroccan Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Quinoa Salad

    Preparing for a cold Christmas day? Warm up with this Moroccan Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Quinoa Salad!

    Photo Credit: www.wandercooks.com

    Haloumi Salad with Mint

    Whether grilled or pan-fried, haloumi salad has never been easier. Full of fresh tomato, baby spinach, mint and a quick squeeze of lemon juice, it's colours are very fitting for Christmas day!

    Chickpea Avocado Salad

    This fresh and flavourful Chickpea Avocado Salad is perfect for pairing with a roast chicken or ham.  Made with tomatoes, avocado, creamy feta cheese and plenty of chickpeas, you'll love how quick and easy it is too throw together.

    Photo Credit: www.recipetineats.com

    Macaroni Salad

    This Macaroni Salad (or pasta salad as it's known in Australia) is to die for! Creamy, carby and fresh - your guests will thank you for putting this on the Christmas menu.

    Photo Credit: www.marcellinaincucina.com

    Brown Rice Salad

    Need a salad that's a little more hearty? Try this colourful Brown Rice Salad.

    Photo Credit: www.wholefoodbellies.com

    Warm Winter Vegetable Salad

    Impress your guests with this beautifully presented Warm Winter Vegetable Salad. It's almost too beautiful to eat!

    Easy Greek Salad

    This simple, healthy and refreshing Easy Greek Salad recipe is ready in five minutes, and goes perfectly with most mains!

    Photo Credit: www.sprinklesandsprouts.com

    Winter Slaw with Pecans and Maple Dressing

    This Winter Slaw with Pecans and Maple Dressing is a festive salad that will look beautiful on this Christmas table.

    Photo Credit: createbakemake.com

    The Best Potato Salad Recipe

    We all need a creamy potato salad and this one is the BEST! Try it for yourself this Christmas.

    Photo Credit: anothertablespoon.com

    Beet Salad

    There's just something special about a beet salad! It's bright, fresh and full of flavour.

    Photo Credit: sweetcaramelsunday.com

    Shredded Brussels Sprout Salad

    This shredded brussels sprout salad will turn even the most adamant brussels sprouts hater around!

    Serving ham at Christmas?  Don't miss out on these 25 Leftover Ham Recipes.

    You can never go wrong serving a salad or two as a side for your Christmas feast.  Whether you pick a light and simple Easy Greek Salad or a more hearty Sweet Potato, Avocado & Feta Salad, it's sure to be a firm favourite.  

    If you’ve tried any of these Easy Christmas Salads I’d love to hear how you enjoyed them! Pop a comment below! 

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