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Out of Salad Ideas? These 5 Foolproof Vinaigrette Recipes Reviewers Gave 5 Stars

Running out of salad inspiration? These foolproof recipes with vibrant vinaigrette will wake up your usual bowl and have everyone at the table asking for seconds.

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Updated on Thu, 07 May 2026
A vibrant salad bowl with frisée, ripe pears, crumbled blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto, drizzled with tangy vinaigrette. Save
A vibrant salad bowl with frisée, ripe pears, crumbled blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto, drizzled with tangy vinaigrette. | buenoraib.com
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Frisée, Pear & Blue Cheese Salad with Prosciutto

A vibrant salad bowl with frisée, ripe pears, crumbled blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto, drizzled with tangy vinaigrette.
A vibrant salad bowl with frisée, ripe pears, crumbled blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto, drizzled with tangy vinaigrette. | buenoraib.com

Sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and crisp frisée come together with walnuts and prosciutto in this elegant salad finished with a lively vinaigrette.

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Lemon Vinaigrette Arugula Salad with Toasted Pine Nuts

Fresh arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette and shaved Parmesan, a light and tangy dish perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner side.
Fresh arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette and shaved Parmesan, a light and tangy dish perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner side. | buenoraib.com

I served this with grilled chicken and everyone asked for the recipe—super fresh, citrusy, and that Parmesan gives the perfect salty bite! —Olivia

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Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad

Vibrant red beets, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts over a bed of peppery arugula, finished with a bright balsamic dressing.
Vibrant red beets, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted walnuts over a bed of peppery arugula, finished with a bright balsamic dressing. | buenoraib.com

Earthy roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and peppery arugula mingle with crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.

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Classic Ham, Turkey & Cheese Chef’s Salad

Classic Ham, Turkey & Cheese Chef’s Salad
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This has become my go-to lunch! Hearty, filling, and the vinaigrette is so delicious—my kids even love all the veggies. —Sally M.

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Farro Salad with Fennel, Oranges & Almonds

Nutty farro, crisp fennel, juicy orange segments, and crunchy almonds create a vibrant, refreshing salad bowl.
Nutty farro, crisp fennel, juicy orange segments, and crunchy almonds create a vibrant, refreshing salad bowl. | buenoraib.com

Nutty farro pairs with sweet juicy oranges, crisp fennel, and toasted almonds in a bright Mediterranean-inspired vinaigrette.

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