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12 Fantastic Warm Fall Salad Ideas to Enjoy Right Now

Posted by Amber Dowling. Last updated on October 21, 2020 by Sharon Miki Chan

If summer is known for its lighter fare, autumn is a time for cozy, comforting dishes that pair well with oversized sweaters and chilly days — but that doesn’t mean we have to abandon our flavourful salad recipes as we head into cooler weather. Filled with an abundance of harvest-inspired ingredients like warm spinach, colourful beets and tangy vinaigrettes, these fall salad ideas are the perfect warm salad recipes to enjoy right now.

  • Warm Maple and Orange Beet Salad
     
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    Warm Maple and Orange Beet Salad

    <p>Warm and satisfying as a meal or side dish, this hearty beet salad recipe gets a touch of sweetness from maple syrup and orange juice.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/warm-maple-and-orange-beet-salad/23484/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Warm Maple and Orange Beet Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Roasted Acorn Squash and Portobello Mushroom Salad With Radicchio, Apples and Pumpkin Seeds
     
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    Roasted Acorn Squash and Portobello Mushroom Salad With Radicchio, Apples and Pumpkin Seeds

    <p>If you’re a fan of salads with colour, bold flavours and tons of hearty ingredients, this one is right in your wheelhouse. Meaty mushrooms and roasted squash give this plate real heart, while radicchio and toasty pumpkin seeds add colour and a bit of crunch. If you want to make this a season of squash, start with this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/the-ultimate-squash-guide-varieties-and-their-best-uses/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">guide to all the yummiest squash varieties</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-acorn-squash-and-portobello-mushroom-salad-with-radicchio-apples-and-pumpkin-seeds/20219/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Roasted Acorn Squash and Portobello Mushroom Salad With Radicchio, Apples and Pumpkin Seeds</a></strong></p>
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad
     
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    Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad

    <p>We’ll never complain about eating our greens again with this delicious warm salad. Roasted Brussels sprouts and <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/10-best-ways-to-cook-kale/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> crispy kale</a> are served with a generous helping of fresh Parmesan and a citrusy dressing.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-brussels-sprouts-and-kale/20072/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Pioneer Woman's Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Kale Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Warm Brown Rice and Wheat Berry Salad Bowl
     
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    Warm Brown Rice and Wheat Berry Salad Bowl

    <p>Full of texture, this flavour-rich, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/lettuce-free-salad-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lettuce-free salad</a> showcases crunchy pine nuts, creamy feta and hearty wheat berries for a satisfying fall salad idea.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/warm-brown-rice-and-wheat-berry-salad-bowl/14125/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Warm Brown Rice and Wheat Berry Salad Bowl</a></strong></p>
  • Grilled Caesar Salad With Cheddar Crisps
     
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    Grilled Caesar Salad With Cheddar Crisps

    <p>Heat up an <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/caesar-salad-recipes-for-dinner/#!caesar-bacon-and-egg-scaled-e1594767985796" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">iconic salad</a> recipe for fall: this warm Caesar salad from Roger Mooking features grilled romaine hearts and homemade cheddar-cheese crisps.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-caesar-salad-with-cheddar-crisps/21306/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roger Mooking's Grilled Caesar Salad With Cheddar Crisps</a></strong></p>
  • Bacon-and-Egg Breakfast Caesar Salad
     
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    Bacon-and-Egg Breakfast Caesar Salad

    <p>For a more brunch-worthy spin on the caesar, this breakfast-themed salad hits the spot. Warmed with crispy bacon and a perfectly runny egg, this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/meal-sized-salads/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">crave-able salad</a> still features a tangy dressing and romaine lettuce.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/bacon-and-egg-breakfast-caesar-salad/23325/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bacon-and-Egg Breakfast Caesar Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Grilled Zucchini Salad With Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette and Shaved Romano and Toasted Pine Nuts
     
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    Grilled Zucchini Salad With Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette and Shaved Romano and Toasted Pine Nuts

    <p>There’s nothing quite like a classic lemon-herb <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/40-homemade-salad-dressings-and-vinaigrettes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vinaigrette</a> to liven up a salad, and the zingy dressing pairs perfectly with warm grilled zucchini in this hearty salad recipe.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-zucchini-salad-with-lemon-herb-vinaigrette-and-shaved-romano-and-toasted-pine-nuts/15895/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grilled Zucchini Salad With Lemon-Herb Vinaigrette and Shaved Romano and Toasted Pine Nuts</a></strong></p>
  • Moroccan Carrot Salad
     
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    Moroccan Carrot Salad

    <p>Served warm for a comforting fall salad idea, this delicious <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/photos/underrated-moroccan-dishes/#!DSC_8434" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Moroccan-inspired</a> carrot salad from Molly Yeh is simple to toss together with cooked carrots mixed with garlic, lemon and harissa.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/molly-yehs-moroccan-carrot-salad/22776/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Molly Yeh's Moroccan Carrot Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Mushroom Barley and Roasted Asparagus Salad
     
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    Mushroom Barley and Roasted Asparagus Salad

    <p>Hearty asparagus, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/delicious-recipes-with-mushrooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">mushrooms</a> and barley are paired with a tangy lemon dressing for this warm salad that's delicious as a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/all-time-best-vegetarian-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegetarian</a> main or a yummy side dish.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mushroom-barley-and-roasted-asparagus-salad/20047/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mushroom Barley and Roasted Asparagus Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad
     
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    Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad

    <p>Tender slices of grilled <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-eggplant-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">eggplant</a> are the star of this warm salad from Giada De Laurentiis, while extras like toasted pine nuts, mint and goat cheese elevate the flavour factor.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-eggplant-and-goat-cheese-salad/15995/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad</a></strong></p>
  • Spinach and Strawberry Salad With Warm Bacon Vinaigrette
     
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    Spinach and Strawberry Salad With Warm Bacon Vinaigrette

    <p>This <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/fresh-spinach-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">delicious spinach recipe</a> gets a warm, comforting boost from a delicious warm bacon vinaigrette and toasted almonds.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spinach-and-strawberry-salad-with-warm-bacon-vinaigrette/18934/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spinach and Strawberry Salad With Warm Bacon Vinaigrette</a></strong></p>
  • Roasted Beet Salad With Walnuts and Goat Cheese
     
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    Roasted Beet Salad With Walnuts and Goat Cheese

    <p>It’s always a flavour win when you pair roasted beets with creamy goat cheese, and this fall salad is no exception. Tossed with some baby spinach and topped with chopped walnuts, this salad all comes together with a honey-vinegar dressing that warms you up from the inside out.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-beet-salad-with-walnuts-and-goat-cheese/15687/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Roasted Beet Salad With Walnuts and Goat Cheese</a></strong></p>
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