Salads Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/food/salads/ Easy recipes for busy families. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:19:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://balancingmotherhood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/favicon-96x96.png Salads Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/food/salads/ 32 32 15-Minute Christmas Wreath Salad with Candied Pecans & Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-wreath-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-wreath-salad/#comments Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=64748 My Christmas Wreath Salad is fresh, crisp, bursting with festive color, and it’s ready in just 15 minutes. Layered with pomegranate jewels, apple and pear slices, candied pecans, and creamy blue cheese, it’s topped with a delicious vinaigrette. It’s as stunning as it is delicious. And unlike some holiday salads made just to look pretty,...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-wreath-salad/feed/ 2 Mexican Street Corn Salad (Elote Corn Salad) https://balancingmotherhood.com/mexican-street-corn-salad-elote-corn-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/mexican-street-corn-salad-elote-corn-salad/#respond Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:17:42 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=62114 My recipe for Mexican Street Corn Salad has everything you love about elote in one easy, flavor-packed bowl. Grilled corn, a punchy balance of lime and chili powder, and the perfect touch of creamy dressing take it to the next level. It’s brighter, bolder, and better than other versions you’ve tried and one you’ll want...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/mexican-street-corn-salad-elote-corn-salad/feed/ 0 Kale Crunch Salad (Chick-fil-A Copycat Recipe) https://balancingmotherhood.com/kale-crunch-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/kale-crunch-salad/#respond Mon, 14 Apr 2025 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=56898 Bursting with flavor and crunch, my copycat Chick-fil-A kale salad recipe turns crispy, fresh kale into an easy and delicious side with a tangy, Dijon mustard vinaigrette. Tossed with crunchy almonds and a touch of sweetness, this homemade version doesn’t just rival the original; it beats it. Chick-fil-a Kale Crunch Salad Recipe I have always...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/kale-crunch-salad/feed/ 0 Pickle Pasta Salad (Dill Pickle Pasta Salad) https://balancingmotherhood.com/pickle-pasta-salad-dill-pickle-pasta-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/pickle-pasta-salad-dill-pickle-pasta-salad/#respond Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=57613 My easy and delicious Pickle Pasta Salad recipe is in a league of its own, unlike anything you’ve ever tasted before. It’s loaded with crisp, briny pickles, a creamy dressing that’s packed with bold flavor, and just the right amount of seasoning to make every bite pop. I’ve created it with an irresistible balance of...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/cherry-fluff/feed/ 0 10 Potato Salad Recipes So Good, You’ll Want to Make Them All Year Round! https://balancingmotherhood.com/10-potato-salad-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-make-them-all-year-round/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/10-potato-salad-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-make-them-all-year-round/#respond Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:16:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=53827 I’ve curated the ultimate collection of potato salad recipes just for you! From creamy classics to bold, tangy twists, these recipes are sure to be the star of any gathering. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or family meals, this selection features mouthwatering flavors and easy-to-follow instructions. Elevate your side dish game with these best-in-class potato...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/10-potato-salad-recipes-so-good-youll-want-to-make-them-all-year-round/feed/ 0 Old-Fashioned Carrot and Raisin Salad Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/recipe-for-carrot-raisin-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/recipe-for-carrot-raisin-salad/#respond Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:41:44 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=49410 Effortlessly prepared in just 10 minutes, this recipe for Carrot Raisin Salad combines freshly grated carrots with plump raisins and sweet and juicy pineapple tidbits. It’s an easy, no-cooking required, side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course.  Carrot Raisin Salad Recipe This easy recipe for carrot raisin salad adds a new delicious twist to other...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/recipe-for-carrot-raisin-salad/feed/ 0 Best Recipe for California Spaghetti Salad https://balancingmotherhood.com/california-spaghetti-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/california-spaghetti-salad/#respond Mon, 10 Jul 2023 19:18:04 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=41550 This California spaghetti salad recipe is a delicious and versatile treat that the whole family will love. Packed with tons of flavor, this delicious dish will be your new favorite quick meal for summer! I love a chilled pasta salad on warm summer days, and this California pasta salad is one of my absolute favorites....

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/california-spaghetti-salad/feed/ 0 Fourth of July Fruit Salad https://balancingmotherhood.com/fourth-of-july-fruit-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/fourth-of-july-fruit-salad/#respond Sat, 03 Jun 2023 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=40230 This easy and delicious Fourth of July Fruit Salad brings together the best of summer’s fruits in the most festive way. With a combination of juicy red, white, and blue fruits, this beautiful salad is the perfect way to add a pop of color to all your patriotic holidays. Patriotic Fruit Salad Recipe Celebrate the 4th of...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/fourth-of-july-fruit-salad/feed/ 0 Deviled Egg Potato Salad https://balancingmotherhood.com/deviled-egg-potato-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/deviled-egg-potato-salad/#comments Thu, 18 May 2023 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=39377 This incredible recipe for Deviled Egg Potato Salad combines the best of two classic recipes, deviled eggs and creamy potato salad. A delicious combination of tender potatoes, and hard-boiled eggs is mixed with simple homemade tangy dressing to create an unforgettable side dish!  Deviled Egg Potato Salad Recipe This deviled egg potato salad recipe is going to...

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