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Not all TikTok food trends are made equal. But there are some that stand the test of time (and viewer feedback). This time of year, when we’re trying to add more vegetables to our meals to stave off winter colds and reinvigorate ourselves after the holiday season, nothing hits the spot like a viral TikTok salad recipe. After all, if a salad is actually good enough for thousands — and sometimes millions — of people to watch the recipe, comment on, and try it, it’s got to be good enough for us.
What we love about these TikTok salad recipes is that they’re anything but boring. You won’t find a paltry side salad among these viral TikTok recipes, which include everything from fiber-packed Dense Bean Salad recipes to fun and funky Fritos Corn Salad, perfect for picnics. Take a look at the popular TikTok salad recipes below, and get ready to whip out your favorite salad bowl once the inspiration takes hold.
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Dense Bean Salad — Enchilada Dense Bean Salad
What’s a Dense Bean Salad? Exactly what it sounds like — a nutrient-dense salad that’s filled with beans, veggies, whole grains, and other proteins. Our favorite thing about the DBS trend is that there are so many different versions to try, and that they last for several days in the fridge. Why not try this Enchilada Dense Bean Salad the next time you meal prep?
Cucumber Salad — Sushi Cucumbers
This summer, TikTok user Logagm had everyone in a tizzy over cucumber salads. From a copycat Din Tai Fung cucumber salad to an everything bagel cucumber salad, we couldn’t get enough. But one of our favorites is this protein-packed Sushi Cucumber salad that’s reminiscent of a California Roll.
Marinated Salad — Dan Dan Edamame
@mishkamakesfood
Dan Dan Edamame Follow @mishkamakesfood for more recipes like this. If you’re new to my page after making health or diet-related New Year’s resolutions, welcome! I drop one of these super simple healthy, prep-able marinated salad recipes every single week on my page and this Dan Dan Edamame Salad was the most popular last year. Nutty, savory, a little spicy, and crushable. You may wanna make a double batch of this one folks. I post the full written recipes with macros, metric measurements, & low-calorie/high-protein versions at the link in my bio if you like too see everything laid out nicely and get a whole bunch tips & tricks. Happy New Year and welcome! ►Dan Dan Edamame: Edamame: 1 (12oz) bag White beans: 1 can, (I like navy or great northern) Red Cabbage: ¼ to 1/2 of a small head Red Bell Pepper: 2/2 to 1 pepper Avocado: 1/2 Scallion, greens only: 3-4 stalks Cilantro: 1/2 bunch (use your judgement) Chili Flakes: to taste, optional White & Black sesame seeds: to taste, optional Salt: to taste (you probably don’t need it) ►Sesame Dressing: Light Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup Chinkiang Vinegar: 2 tsp (or sub with rice wine vinegar) Chili Oil/Crisp: 2-8 tbsp (I use @flybyjing ) *see note Sichuan Peppercorn Oil: 1 tsp (I use @50hertzfoods ) Tahini/Sesame Paste 1/2 cup * see note Garlic Clove: 1-2 grated *NOTE This dressing recipe makes more than you need, add to taste. Use your judgment when making the dressing, tahini and chili oils vary wildly so you may need to adjust amounts. My chili oil was very mild and my tahini was on the runnier side for reference. I like to shop at @themalamarketllc for the best quality Sichuan products you can get in the states. Use your judgment when making the dressing, tahini and chili oils vary wildly so you may need to adjust amounts #mealprep #protein #recipe #easyrecipe #easyrecipes #beans
♬ original sound – Mishka
Marinated salads are another trend that’s perfect for meal prepping. These sturdy salads are packed with ingredients that actually taste better after soaking up their dressing, instead of getting soggy. This tingly, savory Dan Dan Edamame is the perfect example.
Grinder Salad
Whoever decided to take all of the best parts of an Italian sub, chop them up, and call it a salad is pretty much a genius. The Grinder Salad is another TikTok recipe that can be made a day ahead of time, and it’s a real crowd pleaser at parties and potlucks.
Green Goddess Chopped Salad
Crunchy, creamy, and green, Baked By Melissa’s Green Goddess Chopped Salad is so good, people started using it as a dip for tortilla chips, crackers, and lettuce cups. It’s full of fresh flavor and plenty of veggies.
Cooked Salad — Caramelized Cabbage Salad
@eatingwell
Cabbage caramelizes in the oven before getting topped with a zesty, cheesy dressing reminiscent of Caesar, creating a profoundly gratifying side that complements roasted chicken, pork, or steak beautifully. Ingredients – 1 small head green cabbage, chopped into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups) – 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided – 1/4 teaspoon salt – 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese – 2 tablespoons rice vinegar – 1 1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce – 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard – 1 large clove garlic, grated with a Microplane – 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, plus more for garnish Directions 1. Position oven racks in top third and lower third; preheat to 425°F. Toss cabbage with 2 tablespoons oil and salt in a large bowl until well coated. Spread in an even layer on 2 large rimmed baking sheets. 2. Roast the cabbage until tender and golden, about 25 minutes, rotating the pans between top and bottom racks halfway through. 3. Meanwhile, whisk Parmesan, vinegar, soy sauce, mustard, garlic, pepper and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil together in a large heatproof bowl. (For a creamier dressing, process in a blender until creamy and smooth, about 30 seconds.) 4. Transfer the hot roasted cabbage to the bowl with the dressing; toss until evenly coated. Let stand for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with additional pepper before serving, if desired. For full recipe information, go to our profile then click the likeshop link. From there, click on the image that corresponds to this video. #fyp #roastedcabbage #cabbagesalad #caesarsalad
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Proof that salad works in any season? Cooked Salads. This trend shows that roasted or baked vegetables can introduce bold caramelized and toasted flavors when incorporated into a salad. This Roasted Caramelized Cabbage Salad with Parmesan-Dijon vinaigrette is the ultimate winter side dish.
The Famous La Scala Chopped Salad
@whatmollymade
This La Scala Chopped Salad features crisp lettuce, salty salami, and a tangy dressing. This viral recipe is high-protein (25g per serving) and low-carb (9g net per serving). A good one to eat on repeat! Salad Dressing ⅓ cup Olive Oil 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 cloves garlic minced 3 tsps Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano Chopped Salad 1 head (5 ish cups) shredded iceberg lettuce 1 head (4 ish cups) shredded romaine lettuce 1 can chickpeas 4 ounces Italian salami 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Salt and pepper to taste https://whatmollymade.com/la-scala-chopped-salad #lascalachoppedsalad #choppedsalad
♬ original sound – Molly Thompson
The Kardashians apparently love this salad, made famous by the Italian restaurant La Scala. It’s simple-seeming, but the bold flavors make this salad so much more than the sum of its parts.
Frito Corn Salad
We love a salad that’s not just a bunch of soft lettuce. This crunchy Fritos Corn Salad definitely stretches the definition of salad to its limits, in the most delicious way possible. Sweet corn, crispy Fritos, lots of cheese — this viral TikTok salad is bound to become a family BBQ and picnic classic.
Crispy Smashed Potato Salad
If you’ve ever found potato salad to be bland or boring, then you’ll want to try the viral Crispy Smashed Potato Salad from TikTok spud queen PoppyCooks. Who knew that roasting, smashing, and continuing to cook potatoes until crispy could make potato salad into a dish you find yourself craving?
Dumpling Salad
We love all sorts of salads, but chopping so many veggies can be pretty time consuming. That makes us extra-thankful for simple recipes like this popular TikTok Dumpling Salad, which is ready to eat in just 15 minutes.
Crispy Rice Salad — Nam Khao-Inspired
@fitgreenmind
CRISPY RUCE SALAD inspired by Nam khao 🇱🇦 Nam khao is a popular salad from Laos, the crispy rice with the fresh herbs, the crunchy nuts and the tangy dressing tastes incredible! 😋 I slightly adjusted it to use ingredients I had at home. 😇 RECIPE (3 servings, 20min prep time): -2 1/2 Cups cooked basmati rice -2 Tbsp Thai red curry paste -3 Tsp light soy sauce or vegan fish sauce Mix and bake at 200C/400F for 30mins but stir halfway through. Dressing: -2 Tbsp light soy sauce or vegan fish sauce -1 Chili -2 cloves garlic -juice of 1/2 lime -2 Tbsp sugar -1/4 cup (60ml) water Mix Else: -a bunch of fresh mint and parsley/cilantro -1 cucumber, smashed and chopped -toasted coconut flakes and peanuts -fried shallots Assemble everything in a bowl and combine with the dressing. Serve in lettuce wraps. – CRISPY RICE SALADinspiriert von Nam khao🇱🇦 Nam Khao ist ein Salat aus Laos und schmeckt unglaublich lecker! Der knusprige Reis mit frischen Kräutern, einem süß-saueren Dressing und knackigen Nüssen…Mega lecker! 😋 REZEPT (3 Portionen, 20min Zubereitungszeit): -2 1/2 Tassen gekochter Basmati Reis -2 El rote Thai curry paste -3 Tl helle Sojasauce oder vegane Fischsauce Vermischen und auf einem Backblech verteilen. Bei 200C Heißluft 30min backen, aber nach der Hälfte umrühren. Dressing: -2 El helle Sojasauce oder vegane Fischsauce -1 Chili -2 Zehen Knoblauch -Saft einer halben Limette -2 El Zucker -60ml Wasser Vermischen Sonstiges: -frischer Petersilie/Koriander und Minze -1 Gurke, gesmashed und in Scheiben geschnitten -Kokosflocken und Erdnüsse -Röstzwiebeln Alles in einer Schüssel mit dem Dressing vermischen. In Salatcups servieren. #quickrecipes #easyrecipes #easyveganrecipes #easyveganmeals #veganfood #veganrecipes #vegancooking #namkhao #salad
♬ Originalton – Maya Leinenbach
Much like Bobby Flay, we also have an obsession with crispy rice, which is why we loved the crispy rice salad TikTok trend. From Laotian Nam Khao-inspired crispy rice salads to crispy rice salmon salad, this is one way to make the prospect of salad for dinner actually exciting.
Before you go, check out Ina Garten’s easy weeknight dinner recipes below:
