Top 8 Salad Recipe Ideas for Kids

Kids salad recipes should appeal to tender palates. In other words, when making salads for kids, simple is best. Use just a few ingredients―three or four is best to start with―and make sure they are ingredients the kids already like. When kids get used to eating salads, make them together. That's a great way to get kids interested in expanding their palates.

These salad recipes range from classic picnic salads to green salads to hearty salad recipes. All of these easy salad recipes are sweet, crunchy and fresh.

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Broccoli Salad Recipe

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This broccoli salad recipe has it all: sweet raisins, crunchy almonds, creamy cheese and crisp bacon. And it's all tossed in a sweet and creamy dressing the kids will adore.
02 of 08

Mustard Potato Salad Recipe

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This mustard potato salad recipe is one of those easy salads you'll find yourself making all summer long. Creamy, sweet (thanks to the pickle relish) and tangy, this potato salad goes great with burgers, chicken, sandwiches, ribs, really anything!
03 of 08

Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

Diana Rattray

Sweet, juicy strawberries and glazed walnuts brighten up spinach in this sweet strawberry spinach salad recipe recipe that tastes great when strawberries are in season.
04 of 08

Italian Pasta Salad Recipe

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This Italian pasta salad recipe has all the flavors you've come to love about Italian food: zucchini, red pepper, marinated artichokes, black olives and Parmesan cheese. Tossed with elbow pasta and a garlic ranch dressing it's a snap to prepare, too.

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05 of 08

Ramen Noodle Coleslaw Recipe

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Ramon noodle coleslaw recipe is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids. Crispy and crunchy, this coleslaw is perfect for picnics and barbecues.
06 of 08

Waldorf Salad Recipe

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This easy Waldorf salad recipe features plenty favorite ingredients including: apples, celery, mayonnaise, and walnuts.
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Fruit Salad With Vanilla Pudding

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This refreshing fruit salad with vanilla pudding makes a perfect side dish or light dessert for picnics, barbecues and family gatherings. Kids love this salad and it's a snap to prepare.
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Broccoli Slaw Recipe

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This crunchy broccoli slaw recipe makes a great side salad for parties, picnics, and barbecues. It has a sweet and creamy dressing that appeals to kids and adults alike.