These recipes are sure to get you in the mood for cozy sweaters and crisp fall days! Most of these dishes are quick to make, ready in just a few minutes. They’re perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner.

1.Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Got leftover rotisserie chicken? This easy eight-ingredient chicken salad is the perfect solution. It comes together in no time–no cooking required!–and serves up to six.

Enjoy it on its own, or paired with crackers, bread, or a fresh bed of greens. The heavy whipping cream adds an extra-rich, creamy texture that takes it to the next level.

2.Creamy Broccoli Salad

This broccoli salad is a hands-down favorite, especially during the fall season. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and loaded with all the good stuff: crispy bacon, chewy raisins, and thinly sliced red onions.

The dressing brings it all together with its perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Whether you’re making it for a cozy autumn dinner or a big gathering, this salad is sure to be a hit.

It’s the kind of dish that’s easy to love and even easier to make!

3.Warm Farro Salad with Fig Vinaigrette

This salad is a feast for the eyes and taste buds alike! Packed with a variety of colors and textures, it features shallots, farro, pistachios, and creamy goat cheese. The pièce de résistance?

A divine fig vinaigrette that brings everything together. It’s so irresistibly good, it might just leave you weak in the knees!

4.Autumn Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Maple Cider Vinaigrette

This cozy fall salad is a must-try for the whole family. While it takes about 50 minutes to prepare, the end result is totally worth the wait.

Imagine a dressing that tastes like fall in a bottle, paired with all your favorite autumn ingredients. Sweet potatoes, crisp apples, crunchy pecans, savory bacon, and more come together in perfect harmony. The best part?

This gourmet-worthy salad, which could easily cost a pretty penny at a fancy café, can be made right in your kitchen for a fraction of the cost.

It’s hearty, flavorful, and sure to become a seasonal staple!

5.Fall Harvest Spinach Salad

Step into fall with this vibrant salad that’s as colorful as it is delicious.

Packed with seasonal goodness, it features roasted butternut squash, nutty quinoa, crunchy pumpkin seeds, crisp apples, chewy dried cranberries, and fresh spinach.

This hearty mix is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition, loaded with protein and fiber to keep you full and energized. The real star?

A creamy, zesty tahini-based dressing that brings all the flavors together in perfect harmony. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the best of fall in every bite–satisfying, healthy, and downright delicious!

6.Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

What if I told you there’s a recipe that could make your kids obsessed with kale and Brussels sprouts? Sounds crazy, but trust me, it’s true!

I’ve put this to the test with a whole crew of nieces and nephews, and they absolutely loved it. It’s packed with so much flavor and goodness, you’ll feel great about serving it.

Every bite is a perfect mix of tangy cranberries, crisp greens, sweet onions, crunchy nuts, creamy cheese, and so much more. It’s the ultimate way to get your kids to devour their veggies!

7.Cranberry Chicken Salad

Step into a whole new world of chicken salad! This cool, creamy version is a far cry from the usual lettuce, tomato, and dressing mix.

Perfect for slathering on crackers or your go-to sandwich bread, it’s a savory delight packed with umami flavor. Those pops of color? That’s the cranberries adding a sweet and tangy twist.

Trust us, this one’s a game-changer!

8.Autumn Glow Salad

Meet the Glow Salad, a dish that’s as intriguing as its name. Why do they call it a glow salad? Well, there are a couple of theories.

First, it’s packed with yellow, orange, and white ingredients, colors we often link to sunny days and starry nights.

Second, it’s so rich and comforting that it might just make you feel like you’re glowing from the inside out.

While we can’t say for sure which reason is correct, one thing’s clear: this salad is a hearty, delicious treat that everyone in the family will enjoy.

9.Autumn Crunch Pasta Salad

Looking for a fresh twist on classic salads? This 30-minute recipe blends the best of leafy green salads with pasta, plus a zesty homemade dressing for an extra burst of flavor.

With crisp apples, tart cranberries, juicy mandarin oranges, and a squeeze of lemon juice, it’s like a fruit salad and pasta dish all in one.

Sprinkle some crumbly feta cheese on top, and you’ve got a three-in-one masterpiece that’s as delicious as it is quick to make. Perfect for a speedy lunch or a light dinner!

10.Salad with Pears, Gorgonzola, and Candied Pecans

This vibrant salad is like fall in a bowl–colorful, festive, and full of flavor. The best part? It’s surprisingly simple to put together.

Start by candying some pecans for a sweet and crunchy touch, then whip up a quick vinaigrette. Finally, toss together crisp greens, juicy pears, and creamy Gorgonzola cheese.

Top it all off with those candied pecans and a drizzle of your fresh dressing, and you’ve got a dish that’s as easy as it is impressive. Perfect for any occasion!

11.Roasted Beet & Carrot Lentil Salad

Looking for a salad that keeps you full and satisfied? This roasted beet and carrot salad is the perfect solution.

Packed with roasted beets, carrots, lentils, and crunchy almonds, it’s a hearty mix that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. A creamy herby yogurt sauce and salty feta cheese add a rich, tangy touch.

Plus, it’s bursting with protein, fiber, and all the good stuff your body craves.

Proof that healthy food doesn’t have to be boring–this salad is a flavorful, filling treat that’s as nourishing as it is tasty.

12.Autumn Caesar Salad with Delicata Squash Croutons

If you’re a fan of Caesar salads but want something that feels more like fall, this recipe is here to hit the spot.

It gives the classic Caesar a cozy fall twist by adding toasted pine nuts and croutons made from roasted delicata squash. If you’re a fall food lover, this salad is made for you.

With its nutty, earthy flavors and tangy dressing, it’s the perfect side dish for your fall gatherings.

13.Autumn Chopped Chicken Salad

Looking for a fresh twist on salad? This chicken salad is all about crisp veggies, tangy dressing, and tender chicken with a garlicky kick.

The spicy Dijon mustard and balsamic add a zesty touch, making it a perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and savory.

Plus, it’s packed with protein and low on carbs and calories, so it’s as healthy as it is delicious.

14.Autumn Apple Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

This sweet salad is a perfect balance of flavors and colors, making it a stunning addition to any table. While it leans sweet, the savory elements like bacon, feta, and spinach keep it nicely grounded.

The tangy kick from cranberries and a maple Dijon vinaigrette adds just the right contrast. It all comes together for a delicious and refreshing dish that’s especially great as a Thanksgiving side.

15.Kale Sweet Potato Salad

Sweet potatoes are a fall favorite, shining in everything from pies to casseroles. This sweet potato salad is a delicious twist, blending sweet, savory, earthy, and herby flavors for a taste adventure.

Each bite is exciting, and when you add a drizzle of honey mustard dressing, it goes from great to amazing. Perfect for the season!

16.Autumn Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette

This salad is a breeze to make, with the balsamic vinaigrette being the only part that needs a little extra love. The good news?

You can whip that up ahead of time and cross most of the prep work off your list. Like several other salads on this list, this one strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy.

If you’re a pear lover, you’re in for a treat–those delicious fruits take center stage here, with the dressing adding just the right amount of zing.

17.Autumn Pearl Couscous Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash

This hearty salad is a surprising mix of flavors–sweet, garlicky, and herby all at once. Who would have thought that garlic and onions could pair so perfectly with cranberries, orange juice, and honey?

It sounds unlikely, but trust us, it’s a game-changer. Packed with color and crunch, this salad isn’t just delicious; it’s a showstopper that’ll make your table look as good as it tastes.

18.Southern Cornbread Salad

Cornbread salad might sound a little odd at first, but trust us, it’s a game-changer for fall. When I first heard about it, I was doubtful–cornbread in a salad?

It sounded like some quirky Southern experiment. But one bite and I was hooked! This seven-layer wonder is fresh, colorful, and totally refreshing.

It’s the perfect twist on a classic salad, and once you try it, you’ll be making it again and again.

19.Autumn Kale Salad with Fennel, Honeycrisp, and Goat Cheese

This fresh and crunchy salad is made with just six ingredients, half of which are right in the title!

The dressing is crafted with seven ingredients, including maple syrup and Dijon mustard, creating a rich and robust flavor that’s just a bit zestier than sweet.

It’s the perfect blend for a light and satisfying meal that’s packed with healthy goodness.

20.Chicken Waldorf Salad

Meet this chunky chicken salad, a tasty twist on our cranberry chicken salad. Instead of cranberries, we’re shining the spotlight on grapes this time around.

Alongside walnuts, celery, raisins, and apples, those grapes bring a sweet and savory balance that’s just right.

And don’t even get started on the chicken–big, juicy chunks that are sure to keep you full and satisfied. It’s a hearty, flavorful mix that’s perfect for lunch or a quick snack!

21.Creamy Grape Salad

Grape salad might not be what you expect when you hear the word ‘salad,’ but trust me, it deserves a spot on this list.

This salad is a delightful mix of cool, creamy, sweet, and slightly tart flavors. It’s one of my go-to fall salads, but honestly, it’s delicious in spring, summer, and winter too.

It’s the perfect treat for any time of the year. 😊