Ina Garten’s Roasted Shrimp and Orzo is a warm-weather pasta salad worth its reputation. The secret is tossing warm orzo in lemon vinaigrette so it absorbs flavor from the inside out. Roasted shrimp, briny feta, and fresh herbs make it bright and satisfying.
Ina Garten’s Cape Cod Chopped Salad layers smoky bacon, crisp apple, dried cranberries, blue cheese, walnuts, and peppery arugula in a maple-cider vinaigrette. The half-pound of bacon transforms a simple side into a satisfying lunch salad. Balanced, bold, and ready in minutes – this is the chopped salad recipe to bookmark.
This creamy asparagus salad from Gregory Gourdet pairs crisp asparagus, avocado, and cucumber in a rich sesame-sunflower seed dressing with fresh ginger and a kick of heat. Topped with homemade nori and dried chile furikake and sharp quick-pickled red onions, it’s a bold, texture-driven spring salad unlike any standard vinaigrette recipe.
Ina Garten’s Caesar Salad with Pancetta is a classic done right. Crispy pancetta, jammy roasted tomatoes, crisp romaine, and shaved parmesan are tossed with a garlicky, lemony dressing enriched with anchovy for depth. It’s simple, balanced, and proof that great ingredients make all the difference.
When a warm late-winter weekend had me pretending summer had arrived, I made Ina Garten’s Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad. Chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, herbs, and feta are tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette for an easy no-cook dinner. Even with less-than-perfect produce, it’s fresh, satisfying, and a great reminder of warmer days.
Ina Garten’s Roasted Butternut Squash Salad proves salads can feel right in winter. Maple-roasted squash, jammy cranberries, peppery arugula, toasted walnuts, and Parmesan get tossed with a warm cider vinaigrette that’s tangy, sweet, and glossy. It’s cozy, bright, and the perfect balance of comforting and fresh for cooler months.
Looking for a few more veggies in your life? Ina’s got you covered! From classics like Panzanella (bread salad, yes, please) and Bibb Salad with Basil Green Goddess Dressing to new favorites like Israeli Vegetable Salad and Charlie Bird Farro Salad perfect for get-togethers, she makes a mean bowl of veggies.
This Autumn Panzanella is packed with roasted butternut squash, macerated red onions, toasted hazelnuts, and crispy fried sage. A brown-butter vinaigrette ties everything together, soaking into golden croutons. It’s make-ahead friendly, vibrant, and the perfect salad to brighten a Thanksgiving spread.