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20 hearty, nourishing winter salad recipes

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20 hearty, nourishing winter salad recipes

Isabella Keeling - Deputy health editor

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Discover our bright, colourful winter salads using seasonal ingredients, such as kale, pear, cauliflower, cabbage, beetroot and more

Looking for winter salad inspiration? If you're looking for ways to get a hit of nutrients during the coldest months of the year, a big helping of fresh, crunchy salad is a great place to start. Below, you'll find recipes for winter salads using seasonal stars like kale, celeriac, cauliflower, grapefruit, chicory, pears and more.

For those keen to make the most of robust winter vegetables, why not try incorporating cabbage? This versatile brassica is packed with vitamins and adds satisfying crunch or comforting warmth to salads - have a look at our collection of cabbage recipes for inspiration.

Next, discover our warm salad recipes, vegan salad ideas, healthy salad recipes and couscous recipes. We also have tips on how to feel better this winter.

What ingredients are in season during winter?

Vegetables

Root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, swedes, and turnips come into their peak in winter. These lend an earthy, sweet taste to salads.
Brassicas such as cabbage, kale, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts also come into season, especially from November to February. These act to bulk up winter salads, providing lots of textural variety compared to the softer fruit and veg. Sprouts are especially delicious when shredded into a salad.
Leeks and celeriac are winter staples, adding depth and flavour to raw or roasted salad ingredients.
Beetroot is available through the winter, offering vibrant colour and a sweet, earthy flavour, as well as a source of antioxidants.

Fruits

Apples and pears store well during the colder months and provide a tangy twist to salads. Pears work particularly well paired with blue cheeses and walnuts.
Citrus fruits like oranges and clementines are also in season during the winter months, brightening up salads with a refreshing zing. Try our beetroot, orange and feta salad below for the perfect combination of earthy, sweet and salty flavours.

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