Thanksgiving dinner is filled with rich and comforting dishes, from creamy mashed potatoes and stuffing to buttery rolls, gravy, and roasted turkey. Adding a fresh salad to the holiday table is a simple way to bring color, crunch, and bright seasonal flavors to the meal.

These 25 Thanksgiving salad recipes are perfect for holiday dinners, family gatherings, potlucks, and Friendsgiving celebrations. You’ll find everything from classic green salads and cranberry salads to roasted vegetable salads, apple salads, pear salads, and hearty grain-based options.

Whether you’re looking for a make-ahead Thanksgiving salad, a light side dish, or a beautiful centerpiece salad, these recipes offer plenty of delicious choices.

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1. Cranberry Apple Walnut Thanksgiving Salad

This festive salad combines crisp apples, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and fresh greens with a simple homemade dressing.

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 medium apples, thinly sliced
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup walnuts, toasted
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the salad greens.
2. Place greens in a large salad bowl.
3. Add sliced apples, cranberries, walnuts, feta, and red onion.
4. Whisk the dressing ingredients together.
5. Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
6. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Serving Tip

Toast the walnuts for a few minutes before adding them to bring out their natural flavor.

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2. Fall Harvest Salad

A colorful combination of roasted vegetables, greens, cranberries, and pumpkin seeds makes this salad perfect for Thanksgiving.

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups roasted butternut squash
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup pumpkin seeds
• ½ cup goat cheese
• 1 apple, sliced
• ¼ cup red onion

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast the butternut squash until tender and lightly caramelized.
2. Allow it to cool slightly.
3. Add greens to a large bowl.
4. Add squash, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, goat cheese, apple, and onion.
5. Whisk together dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss gently before serving.

Serving Tip

Serve the squash slightly warm for a cozy fall salad.

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3. Thanksgiving Spinach Salad

Fresh baby spinach creates a tender base for this simple holiday salad.

Ingredients

• 6 cups baby spinach
• ½ cup sliced strawberries
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ⅓ cup pecans
• ½ cup goat cheese
• ¼ red onion

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Place spinach in a large bowl.
2. Add strawberries, cranberries, pecans, goat cheese, and red onion.
3. Whisk the dressing until smooth.
4. Pour over the salad.
5. Toss gently.
6. Serve immediately.

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4. Pear and Pecan Salad

Sweet pears and crunchy pecans pair beautifully with tangy cheese and fresh greens.

Ingredients

• 6 cups spring greens
• 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
• ⅓ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Add greens to a large bowl.
2. Arrange pear slices over the greens.
3. Add pecans, blue cheese, and cranberries.
4. Whisk the dressing ingredients.
5. Drizzle over the salad.
6. Toss just before serving.

Serving Tip

Use firm but ripe pears so the slices hold their shape.

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5. Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

Roasted beets give this Thanksgiving salad gorgeous color and earthy sweetness.

Ingredients

• 4 medium beets
• 5 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup goat cheese
• ¼ cup walnuts
• ¼ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast beets until tender.
2. Allow them to cool, peel, and slice.
3. Place greens in a bowl.
4. Add sliced beets, goat cheese, walnuts, and cranberries.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss gently.

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6. Classic Thanksgiving Green Salad

Sometimes the simplest salad is exactly what a rich Thanksgiving dinner needs.

Ingredients

• 6 cups romaine or mixed greens
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• ¼ red onion
• ½ cup shredded carrots
• ¼ cup sunflower seeds

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Wash and dry all vegetables.
2. Add greens to a large bowl.
3. Add cucumber, tomatoes, onion, carrots, and sunflower seeds.
4. Whisk together dressing ingredients.
5. Toss immediately before serving.

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7. Apple Cranberry Walnut Salad

This salad tastes like fall in every bite.

Ingredients

• 6 cups mixed greens
• 2 apples
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup feta cheese

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Slice the apples.
2. Add greens to a serving bowl.
3. Add apples, cranberries, walnuts, and feta.
4. Mix dressing ingredients.
5. Pour over the salad.
6. Toss gently.

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8. Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Roasted butternut squash adds warmth and sweetness to this beautiful holiday salad.

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups cubed butternut squash
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup goat cheese

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast the squash at 425°F until tender.
2. Cool slightly.
3. Place greens in a large bowl.
4. Add squash, pecans, cranberries, and goat cheese.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss before serving.

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9. Pomegranate Thanksgiving Salad

Pomegranate seeds add a beautiful ruby-red color and refreshing flavor.

Ingredients

• 6 cups arugula and spinach
• ½ cup pomegranate seeds
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup goat cheese
• 1 pear, sliced

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Add greens to a bowl.
2. Add pomegranate seeds, walnuts, goat cheese, and pear.
3. Whisk dressing ingredients.
4. Drizzle over the salad.
5. Toss gently.

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10. Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Salad

Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts create a delicious crunchy salad that can be prepared ahead.

Ingredients

• 4 cups shredded Brussels sprouts
• 1 apple
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup almonds
• ½ cup Parmesan

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Remove the tough outer leaves from Brussels sprouts.
2. Thinly slice or shred them.
3. Add to a large bowl.
4. Add apple, cranberries, almonds, and Parmesan.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Toss everything together.
7. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Serving Tip

This salad is excellent when made a few hours ahead because the Brussels sprouts stay crunchy.

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11. Kale Cranberry Thanksgiving Salad

Kale is sturdy enough to hold up well on a Thanksgiving buffet.

Ingredients

• 6 cups chopped kale
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup pumpkin seeds
• ½ cup Parmesan
• 1 apple, diced

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Remove kale stems and chop the leaves.
2. Add kale to a large bowl.
3. Pour half the dressing over the kale.
4. Massage kale gently for 2–3 minutes.
5. Add cranberries, pumpkin seeds, Parmesan, and apple.
6. Add remaining dressing.
7. Toss well.

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12. Sweet Potato and Spinach Salad

Roasted sweet potatoes make this salad hearty enough for a substantial holiday side.

Ingredients

• 5 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups cubed sweet potatoes
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup cranberries
• ½ cup feta cheese

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast sweet potatoes until tender.
2. Let them cool slightly.
3. Add spinach to a bowl.
4. Add sweet potatoes, pecans, cranberries, and feta.
5. Whisk the dressing.
6. Pour over salad.
7. Toss gently.

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13. Harvest Quinoa Salad

This hearty quinoa salad is colorful, nutritious, and perfect for a Thanksgiving buffet.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup roasted pumpkin seeds
• 1 apple, diced
• ½ cup feta cheese
• ¼ cup chopped parsley

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions.
2. Cool completely.
3. Combine quinoa and greens.
4. Add cranberries, pumpkin seeds, apple, feta, and parsley.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Pour over salad.
7. Toss well before serving.

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14. Pear and Pomegranate Salad

This elegant salad is perfect for a holiday dinner party.

Ingredients

• 5 cups spring greens
• 2 pears
• ½ cup pomegranate seeds
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup goat cheese

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Arrange greens on a platter.
2. Add sliced pears.
3. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the top.
4. Add pecans and goat cheese.
5. Whisk dressing.
6. Drizzle over the salad immediately before serving.

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15. Cranberry Orange Salad

Bright orange and tart cranberries make this salad refreshing alongside rich Thanksgiving foods.

Ingredients

• 5 cups mixed greens
• 2 oranges
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup toasted pecans
• ½ cup feta

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Peel oranges and separate into segments.
2. Place greens in a serving bowl.
3. Add orange segments, cranberries, pecans, and feta.
4. Mix dressing ingredients.
5. Drizzle over salad.
6. Toss gently.

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16. Autumn Apple Fennel Salad

Fresh fennel adds a delicate crunch and slightly sweet flavor.

Ingredients

• 5 cups mixed greens
• 2 apples
• 1 small fennel bulb
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ cup Parmesan

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Thinly slice apples and fennel.
2. Add greens to a large bowl.
3. Add apples, fennel, walnuts, cranberries, and Parmesan.
4. Whisk the dressing.
5. Pour over the salad.
6. Toss before serving.

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17. Roasted Carrot and Arugula Salad

Roasted carrots bring natural sweetness while peppery arugula provides balance.

Ingredients

• 5 cups arugula
• 3 cups carrots
• ½ cup feta
• ½ cup pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast sliced carrots at 425°F until tender.
2. Allow them to cool slightly.
3. Add arugula to a large bowl.
4. Add roasted carrots, feta, pumpkin seeds, and cranberries.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss gently.

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18. Thanksgiving Broccoli Salad

Broccoli salad is crunchy, creamy, and easy to prepare ahead.

Ingredients

• 5 cups broccoli florets
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup sunflower seeds
• ¼ cup red onion
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Dressing

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cut broccoli into small florets.
2. Add broccoli, cranberries, sunflower seeds, onion, and cheese to a bowl.
3. Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour dressing over the broccoli mixture.
5. Toss well.
6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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19. Wild Rice Thanksgiving Salad

Wild rice gives this salad a hearty texture and earthy flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked wild rice
• 3 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup pecans
• 1 apple, diced
• ½ cup feta cheese
• ¼ cup parsley

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cook wild rice and cool completely.
2. Add rice and greens to a large bowl.
3. Add cranberries, pecans, apple, feta, and parsley.
4. Whisk dressing ingredients.
5. Pour over salad.
6. Toss gently.
7. Chill until ready to serve.

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20. Roasted Cauliflower Thanksgiving Salad

Roasted cauliflower adds a savory flavor that works beautifully with fall ingredients.

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower florets
• 4 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup cranberries
• ½ cup toasted almonds
• ½ cup Parmesan
• ¼ cup red onion

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast cauliflower at 425°F until golden.
2. Allow it to cool slightly.
3. Place greens in a large bowl.
4. Add cauliflower, cranberries, almonds, Parmesan, and onion.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss gently.

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21. Thanksgiving Cobb Salad

A holiday-inspired Cobb salad is hearty enough to satisfy guests who prefer a more substantial salad.

Ingredients

• 6 cups chopped romaine
• 2 cooked chicken breasts, sliced
• 4 boiled eggs
• ½ cup cooked bacon
• 1 avocado
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup blue cheese
• ¼ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Arrange romaine on a large platter.
2. Arrange chicken, eggs, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, cheese, and cranberries in separate sections.
3. Whisk dressing ingredients.
4. Drizzle over the salad.
5. Toss just before serving.

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22. Maple Pecan Fall Salad

Maple and pecans make this salad taste like a classic fall dessert while keeping it fresh and light.

Ingredients

• 5 cups mixed greens
• ½ cup pecans
• 1 apple
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup goat cheese

Dressing

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Add greens to a large bowl.
2. Slice the apple.
3. Add apple, pecans, cranberries, and goat cheese.
4. Whisk together dressing.
5. Drizzle over salad.
6. Toss gently before serving.

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23. Pear, Cranberry and Spinach Salad

This colorful salad combines sweet pears with tart cranberries and tender spinach.

Ingredients

• 6 cups baby spinach
• 2 pears
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup walnuts
• ½ cup feta cheese

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Instructions

1. Wash and dry spinach.
2. Slice pears thinly.
3. Add spinach to a large bowl.
4. Add pears, cranberries, walnuts, and feta.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Drizzle over the salad.
7. Toss immediately before serving.

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24. Thanksgiving Pasta Salad

A cold pasta salad is especially useful for Thanksgiving potlucks and large gatherings.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup spinach
• ½ cup mozzarella pearls
• ½ cup roasted red peppers
• ¼ cup olives
• ¼ cup Parmesan
• ¼ cup fresh basil

Dressing

• ⅓ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Drain and cool completely.
3. Add pasta to a large bowl.
4. Add tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella, peppers, olives, Parmesan, and basil.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients.
6. Pour over pasta.
7. Toss well.
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

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25. Thanksgiving Harvest Salad with Apples and Squash

This colorful harvest salad brings together some of the best flavors of autumn.

Ingredients

• 5 cups mixed greens
• 2 cups roasted butternut squash
• 1 apple
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ½ cup pecans
• ½ cup goat cheese
• ¼ cup red onion

Dressing

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Roast butternut squash until tender and lightly browned.
2. Allow it to cool slightly.
3. Add greens to a large serving bowl.
4. Add squash, sliced apple, cranberries, pecans, goat cheese, and red onion.
5. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
6. Pour dressing over the salad.
7. Toss gently.
8. Serve immediately.

Serving Tip

For a beautiful Thanksgiving presentation, arrange the ingredients on a large platter instead of tossing everything together.

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Best Thanksgiving Salads for a Holiday Dinner

If you’re choosing just a few salads for your Thanksgiving menu, these are excellent options:

Best Overall

Cranberry Apple Walnut Thanksgiving Salad

Best Make-Ahead Salad

Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Salad

Best Festive Salad

Pomegranate Thanksgiving Salad

Best Hearty Salad

Harvest Quinoa Salad

Best Creamy Salad

Thanksgiving Broccoli Salad

Best Roasted Vegetable Salad

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

Best Elegant Salad

Pear and Pomegranate Salad

Best Simple Salad

Classic Thanksgiving Green Salad

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Tips for Making Thanksgiving Salad Ahead of Time

Thanksgiving can be a busy day, so preparing salad components ahead can save valuable time.

Prepare the Greens

Wash and dry leafy greens several hours or even a day ahead. Store them in an airtight container lined with paper towels.

Prepare the Dressing

Most homemade salad dressings can be prepared a few days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Roast Vegetables Ahead

Butternut squash, beets, sweet potatoes, carrots, and cauliflower can be roasted ahead of time and refrigerated.

Keep Crunchy Ingredients Separate

Add nuts, seeds, crispy toppings, and croutons just before serving so they remain crunchy.

Add Dressing Last

Don’t dress leafy salads too early. Adding dressing right before serving helps prevent wilted greens.

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Thanksgiving Salad Dressing Ideas

A great dressing can transform a simple salad into a memorable holiday side.

Apple Cider Vinaigrette

• Olive oil
• Apple cider vinegar
• Honey or maple syrup
• Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Maple Balsamic Dressing

• Olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Maple syrup
• Dijon mustard
• Black pepper

Lemon Honey Dressing

• Olive oil
• Fresh lemon juice
• Honey
• Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing

• Mayonnaise
• Greek yogurt
• Honey
• Apple cider vinegar
• Poppy seeds

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How to Keep Thanksgiving Salad Fresh

To keep salad fresh throughout your holiday meal:

• Dry greens thoroughly after washing.
• Keep dressing separate until serving.
• Add apples shortly before serving to reduce browning.
• Store nuts separately.
• Keep roasted vegetables refrigerated until needed.
• Use a large serving bowl so ingredients don’t become compressed.
• Toss gently immediately before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What salad is best for Thanksgiving?

Some of the best Thanksgiving salads include cranberry apple walnut salad, fall harvest salad, roasted butternut squash salad, pomegranate salad, Brussels sprouts salad, and pear pecan salad.

Can I make Thanksgiving salad the day before?

Yes. Many salads can be partially prepared the day before. Wash greens, roast vegetables, prepare dressing, and chop certain ingredients ahead of time. Keep everything separate and assemble shortly before serving.

What ingredients make a salad taste like fall?

Popular fall salad ingredients include:

• Apples
• Pears
• Cranberries
• Pomegranate
• Pecans
• Walnuts
• Pumpkin seeds
• Butternut squash
• Sweet potatoes
• Beets
• Brussels sprouts
• Maple syrup
• Apple cider vinegar

How far in advance can I dress a salad?

For most leafy green salads, it’s best to add dressing right before serving. Sturdier salads made with kale, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, or grains can usually be dressed earlier.

What cheese goes best in Thanksgiving salads?

Excellent choices include:

• Goat cheese
• Feta
• Blue cheese
• Parmesan
• Cheddar
• Brie

What nuts are best for Thanksgiving salads?

Pecans and walnuts are especially popular because they pair beautifully with apples, pears, cranberries, maple, and fall vegetables. Almonds and pumpkin seeds are also excellent choices.

How do I stop apples from turning brown in a salad?

Toss sliced apples with a small amount of fresh lemon juice before adding them to the salad.

Can Thanksgiving salads be vegetarian?

Absolutely. Most of these salads are naturally vegetarian. For vegan versions, use a plant-based cheese or omit the cheese and replace honey with maple syrup.

What salads go well with turkey?

Fresh salads with apples, cranberries, pears, pomegranate, roasted squash, pecans, and maple vinaigrette pair particularly well with turkey because their bright flavors balance rich holiday dishes.

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Final Thoughts

These 25 Thanksgiving salad recipes are a delicious way to add freshness, color, crunch, and seasonal flavor to your holiday table. From simple green salads to hearty quinoa and wild rice combinations, there’s an option for every type of Thanksgiving gathering.

For a classic choice, try Cranberry Apple Walnut Salad. For something hearty, choose Harvest Quinoa Salad or Wild Rice Thanksgiving Salad. If you want a colorful centerpiece, Pomegranate Thanksgiving Salad or Pear and Pomegranate Salad are beautiful choices.

And if you’re looking for a make-ahead option, Brussels Sprouts Salad, Broccoli Salad, and Kale Cranberry Salad are particularly convenient for busy Thanksgiving cooking.

These fresh Thanksgiving salads are the perfect complement to turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, and all your other favorite holiday dishes.