Sometimes it’s simply too hot to turn on in the oven. In the height of summer, salads are our friend — but you’ll find no limp leaves, mushy veggies or bland bowls here. We’ve gathered 21 Jewish salad recipes with enough crunch, vibrancy, variety and flavor to keep you satisfied all summer long.
Side Salads
Bring these vibrant bowls of crunch to a cookout, or serve alongside your protein of choice for a light summer dinner.
There’s a reason Russian Jews are obsessed with this sweet and tangy slaw-like salad. It’s refreshing, light and, most importantly, mayo-free.
2. Grilled Eggplant with Chermoula
Whoever said salad was boring clearly hasn’t tried this meaty grilled eggplant topped with herby, flavorful North African spice paste.
3. Barzagan
A summery Syrian tabbouleh with a vibrant tomato-pomegranate dressing.
4. Quick Russian Pickled Cucumber Salad
A bowl of tongue-tingling nostalgia whipped up in a flash.
A lesson in the meditative art of chopping vegetables, this staple chopped salad goes with everything.
6. The Ultimate Jewish Potato Salad
An artfully assembled potato salad chock-full of Ashkenazi flavors like caraway seeds, fresh dill and spicy horseradish.
Carrots have never tasted so good.
Never underestimate the power of a good dressing to elevate a plate of greens.
9. Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad
The very best way to eat Brussel sprouts.
If something this delicious calls itself a salad, who are we to argue?
A deep-dive into the American Jewish obsession with this ubiquitous sandwich filling.
12. Moroccan Orange and Black Olive Salad
Proof that the simplest things are often the most delicious — and beautiful.
13. Salad Olivier
The Russian salad-of-choice to ring in the new year, and more than worthy of any cookout.
A tingly take on the classic Israeli chopped salad that makes any meal more exciting.
15. Sauerkraut
Guaranteed to elevate any sandwich, this deli staple is surprisingly easy to make at home.
Center Stage Salads
Make the most of summer produce with these fresh, colorful, moreish mains.
16. Roasted Veggie Quinoa Salad
Could be a side, could be an entire meal — especially on Passover when you can’t bear to look at another potato.
A fresh, summery dinner with a North African twist.
18. Israeli 7-Layer Salad with Labneh-Poppyseed Dressing
With seven layers of goodness, this is sure to make you the most popular person at the potluck.
19. Summer Pasta Salad with Roasted Pepper and Tahini Dressing
What makes this salad Jewish? It ain’t just the tahini; pasta salad actually has a long Jewish history, which you can study up on here.
20. Tuna Salad with Fennel, Apple and Parsley
Add your favorite cracker for a cracking summer lunch.
21. Cold Sesame Noodle Salad with Chicken and Veggies
A hearty, flavorful salad that hits every spot.
