Source: Kaninstudio, AdobeStock Sometimes you crave something truly special, especially when there's an occasion. Salads for Valentine's Day should definitely be delicious, original, and light. In our selection, you're sure to find several recipes to your taste for an unforgettable festive dinner or lunch!
1. Layered Pomegranate Salad
Source: kakprosto.ruArrange the salad in the shape of a heart – and for Valentine's Day, there's no better option.
You will need: 300 g smoked chicken, 3 eggs, 1 carrot, 1 beetroot, 60 g hard cheese, 50 g pomegranate seeds, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs, carrots, and beetroot. Grate everything separately, along with the cheese. Dice the chicken finely. Layer the chicken, carrots, eggs, and beetroot, spreading mayonnaise between each layer. Decorate the sides of the salad with grated cheese, and top with pomegranate seeds.
2. Bell Pepper and Ham Salad
Source: malinika.ruVery colorful and appetizing, it will beautifully adorn your table for a romantic dinner.
You will need: 1 bell pepper, 1 cucumber, 4 eggs, 300 g ham, 200 g canned corn, mayonnaise, herbs.
Preparation: Boil eggs until hard and cut all ingredients into strips or cubes. Add corn and chopped herbs. Dress the salad with a small amount of mayonnaise.
3. Layered Red Caviar Salad
Source: za-edoy.ruA beautiful festive salad, appealing in its simplicity.
You will need: 80 g red caviar, 1-2 potatoes, 1 carrot, 1 egg, 1 cucumber, mayonnaise, 1 green onion stalk.
Preparation: Boil potatoes, carrots, and egg. Grate everything, including the cucumber. Layer potatoes, carrots, eggs, and cucumbers. Spread mayonnaise between the layers, and for the final layer, add red caviar. Garnish the salad with green onion.
4. Emerald Chicken Salad
Source: postila.ruWe recommend boiling the chicken in advance so it has time to cool completely.
You will need: 320 g chicken fillet, 3 eggs, 1 onion, 1-2 tomatoes, 100 g hard cheese, 3 kiwis, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and pour boiling water over it. Boil eggs and grate them, as well as the cheese. Boil and shred the chicken, finely chop the tomatoes.
Layer the chicken, onion, cheese, and tomatoes. Arrange everything in a dome shape and spread mayonnaise between the layers. Cover the salad with eggs on all sides, lightly spread with more mayonnaise, and decorate with thin kiwi slices.
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5. Olivier with Salmon and Avocado
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruThe most beautiful and delicate variation of classic Olivier – perfect for Valentine's Day.
You will need: 300 g lightly salted or smoked salmon, 400 g potatoes, 2-3 tbsp small fish roe, 1 avocado, 2 cucumbers, 1 pickled cucumber, 4 eggs, 200 g canned green peas, mayonnaise, dill.
Preparation: Boil eggs and potatoes. Dice all ingredients finely, add green peas, and mix the salad. Combine mayonnaise, fish roe, and a little chopped dill. Dress the salad with this dressing.
6. "Lady's Whim" Salad
Source: ideireceptov.ruSimply mix everything together or layer the salad – it's good either way.
You will need: 500 g chicken fillet, 4 eggs, 2 cucumbers, 200 g prunes, 100 g walnuts, herbs, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil chicken and eggs, let them cool, and dice them. Dice cucumbers similarly. Toast walnuts in a dry pan and chop them coarsely. Soak prunes in boiling water for 10 minutes, chop them, and add to the salad. Add chopped herbs and dress everything with mayonnaise.
7. Salad with Napa Cabbage, Pomegranate, and Processed Cheese
Source: mirtesen.ruA light and very vibrant salad. What more do you need for Valentine's Day?
You will need: 30 g pomegranate seeds, 1 bell pepper, 2 tomatoes, 1 processed cheese, 70 g Napa cabbage, 2 cucumbers, mayonnaise or sour cream.
Preparation: Shred the Napa cabbage, finely chop the other vegetables, and grate the processed cheese. Add pomegranate, mix, and dress the salad with mayonnaise or sour cream.
8. Red Fish and Quail Egg Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruA dietary option for those who care about their nutrition.
You will need: 250 g lightly salted or smoked salmon, 12 quail eggs, 1/2 bunch each of herbs and green onions, 3 cucumbers, sour cream.
Preparation: Boil and slice the quail eggs. Dice salmon and cucumbers, chop herbs and green onions, and mix everything together. Dress the salad with sour cream and spices.
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9. Greek Salad
Source: gagaru.clubSuch a classic is very fitting for a romantic dinner!
You will need: 200 g cherry tomatoes, 1 cucumber, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 red onion, 50 g olives, 200 g feta, 1-2 tsp oregano, 3-4 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables, add olives and feta cubes. Dress the salad with oil and spices, and sprinkle with oregano.
10. Fruit Salad with Kiwi and Tangerines
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruSprinkle the finished salad with chopped nuts or drizzle with honey.
You will need: 150 g apples, 150 g pears, 150 g banana, 150 g kiwi, 150 g tangerines, 100 g pomegranate seeds, 220 ml yogurt.
Preparation: Cut all fruits into medium pieces and add pomegranate. Dress the salad with natural unsweetened yogurt.
11. "Red Sea" Salad
Source: prosto-eda.ruRed color is always associated with love, so pay attention to this salad.
You will need: 200 g crab sticks, 1 sweet red pepper, 2 tomatoes, 150 g hard cheese, 1 garlic clove, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Grate the cheese and cut the remaining ingredients into strips. Mix the salad and dress it with mayonnaise and minced garlic.
12. Shrimp and Pineapple Salad
Source: souspark.ruAn interesting feature of this salad is its yogurt dressing.
You will need: 200 g peeled shrimp, 1 egg, 30 g salad mix, 50 g hard cheese, 100 g canned pineapple, 2 tbsp yogurt, 1 tsp grainy mustard, spices.
Preparation: Boil shrimp until cooked. Separately boil an egg and dice it along with the cheese and pineapple. Mix everything with the salad mix. Combine yogurt, mustard, and spices, and pour this dressing over the salad.
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13. Pear and Celery Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruOn such romantic days, you don't want anything heavy or too filling.
You will need: 2 pears, 4 celery stalks, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 bunch lettuce, 70 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp each of apple cider vinegar and honey, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop celery, pears, and cheese. Add walnuts and dress everything with vinegar, honey, and spices. Arrange the salad on lettuce leaves and serve.
14. Calamari and Corn Salad
Source: dzen.ruThis salad will be a highlight on any festive table, including for Valentine's Day.
You will need: 1 calamari tube, 1 cucumber, 2 tbsp canned corn, 2 eggs, 10 g green onion, 2 sprigs dill, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil calamari for 1-2 minutes in boiling water, let cool, and cut into thin strips. Boil and cut eggs into strips, and similarly cut the cucumber. Add corn, chopped herbs, and green onion, and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
15. Red Cabbage Salad
Source: volgastory.ruVery appetizing, with a rich red-purple hue – a pure delight.
You will need: 1/2 head red cabbage, 1 red onion, 1/2 red bell pepper, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp sugar.
Preparation: Slice the onion into feathers and marinate in lemon juice. Shred the red cabbage and mash it with salt. Cut the bell pepper into strips, mix all ingredients, add oil, sugar, and season the salad to taste.
16. Arugula and Strawberry Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruIt's not easy to find strawberries on Valentine's Day, but this salad is worth the effort!
You will need: 100 g arugula, 200 g strawberries, 140 g cheese to taste, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut strawberries in half or into wedges. Arrange them on arugula leaves and add cheese pieces. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and season.
17. Canned Mussel Salad
Source: koolinar.ruAn exquisite salad recipe made in a hurry.
You will need: 200 g canned mussels, 10 cherry tomatoes, 1 handful olives, 2 eggs, 1/2 red onion, 4-5 sprigs parsley, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs and dice them. Finely chop onion, olives, and parsley. Cut cherry tomatoes in half, add mussels, and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
18. Ham, Mushroom, and Grape Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruIf using seeded grapes, it's best to remove the seeds.
You will need: 150 g ham, 150 g grapes, 120 g mushrooms, 5 eggs, 30 ml milk, 80 g mayonnaise, 1 tsp mustard.
Preparation: Slice mushrooms and fry until cooked. Dice ham, and cut grapes in half. Boil eggs. Dice the egg whites similarly and add to the salad. Mash egg yolks until smooth with mayonnaise, milk, mustard, and spices. Dress the salad with this dressing.
19. Crab Salad with Apples
Source: ohotamyasa.ruAn interesting variation of the classic crab salad for a special occasion.
You will need: 200 g crab sticks, 200 g canned corn, 100 g hard cheese, 1 apple, 3 eggs, 1 bunch herbs, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Boil eggs until hard and grate them along with the cheese. Chop herbs and finely dice crab sticks and apple. Add corn and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
20. Chanterelle and Parmesan Salad
Source: AdobeStockYou can use pickled chanterelles and skip frying them.
You will need: 200 g chanterelles, 30 ml olive oil, 100 g salad mix, 20 g Parmesan, 10 ml soy sauce, 10 g sesame seeds.
Preparation: Fry chanterelles in olive oil until cooked. Tear salad leaves by hand and drizzle with oil. Add chanterelles and mix everything with soy sauce and spices. Sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds and grated Parmesan.