Salad recipes

Toss together fine green beans, borlotti beans, olives, tuna chunks, celery and red onion to make this nutritious salad for lunch or dinner

Enjoy this salad as a generous dinner for two, or as a light lunch or supper for four. Samphire sings when paired with crab and this zesty dressing

Quality produce makes this dish, Charentais melon, heirloom tomatoes and salty prosciutto marry beautifully. Ideal as a sharing platter starter for a summer dinner party

A British green salad with plenty of bite from crisp radishes, sugar snap peas, asparagus and Little Gem lettuce

Enjoy the contrasting flavours and textures of this vegetarian rice salad with nuts, feta cheese and sweet dressing

A quinoa salad packed full of the good stuff - broccoli, soya beans, avocados, spinach, herbs, pomegranate and pumpkin seeds

This small, rice-like pasta is ideal for bulking out nutritious salads. This version is made with roasted vegetables, cheese and basil

These purple, beetroot-dyed eggs are a pretty addition to a main course salad, especially when teamed with spring leaves and a punchy dressing

Serve this chicken salad as an accompaniment to a summer feast, or as a standalone dinner with toasted sourdough

Showcase quinoa in this wonderful salad, with greens, avocado, feta and raisins. Rather than a grain, quinoa is a seed and is a great source of protein

This colourful salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures. Dress with sweet chilli and coriander

This vegetarian salad with creamy dill dressing and crunchy hazelnuts makes a great lunch, or light main course

Seafood matches perfectly with bittersweet citrus fruit, like pomelo or grapefuit. Add chilli and a tamarind dressing for a bold Thai salad

Tropical papaya pairs well with beef, prawns or pork in Asian salads. The sweet dressing and crispy onion topping tie the whole recipe together

Make the most of courgettes in this light shake-up salad. It's a great way to use up a glut of homegrown veg in the summer

Combine this healthy grain with vegetarian ingredients. Feta cheese, pumpkin seeds, cranberries, parsley and butternut squash work together a treat

Thai-inspired chicken makes a perfect barbecue dish, serve with a feast of dressed green salad and herbs

Have some leftover smoked fish on your hands? Create this light and fresh Asian-style salad with a chilli and sesame dressing

Packed with vegetable goodness, this low-fat rainbow salad with sweet potato, red onion, parsnip and carrots is a feast for the eyes

A quick and easy salad that teams well with chicken, lamb and tofu. Of have it as a barbecue extra

A rustic, healthy accompaniment to serve alongside main courses like sausages, roast chicken or lamb

Pan-fried game turns a simple salad into a special dish. Contrast the meat with apples and beetroot, and add texture with hazelnuts