17 Spring Brunch Salads That Feel Fresh

Spring brunch always seems to call for dishes that feel lighter, brighter, and a little more colorful, but that does not mean they should feel insubstantial. These salads strike that sweet spot between fresh and truly satisfying, with crisp vegetables, fruit, grains, pasta, chicken, and creamy or tangy dressings that make each one feel worthy of a place on the table. They are the kinds of recipes that help brunch feel a little easier to pull together while still looking generous and inviting. Some are perfect for feeding a crowd, while others bring just enough flair to make an ordinary gathering feel more special. Whether you are hosting family, planning a holiday meal, or simply trying to make the most of spring produce, these are the salads that make brunch feel complete.

Cracker Barrel Brussels Sprout & Kale Salad

Fresh Brussels sprouts and kale are tossed with dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and a maple-Dijon vinaigrette in this CopyKat Cracker Barrel salad.
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Panera Strawberry Poppyseed Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken, juicy strawberries, crunchy pecans, and mixed greens are tossed with a sweet poppyseed dressing in this Panera copycat salad.
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Panera Greek Salad

Crisp romaine, cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta are tossed in a tangy Dijon vinaigrette in this CopyKat Panera Greek salad, a restaurant favorite.
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Chart House Spinach Salad

Baby spinach, crisp bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and mushrooms are finished with a warm bacon-Dijon dressing in this CopyKat Chart House spinach salad.
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Costco Quinoa Salad (Copycat)

Protein-packed quinoa is tossed with colorful veggies, herbs, and a lemony vinaigrette in this CopyKat version of Costco’s popular quinoa salad.
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Classic Ambrosia Fruit Salad

Sweet mandarin oranges, pineapple, shredded coconut, and marshmallows are folded into a creamy dressing in this CopyKat classic Ambrosia fruit salad.
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Chicken Salad Chick Classic Carol (Copycat)

Tender chicken and creamy Duke’s mayo are mixed with celery and seasonings to recreate Chicken Salad Chick’s Classic Carol in this CopyKat recipe.
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Subway Apple Orchard Chicken Salad (Copycat)

Shredded chicken, crisp apples, grapes, and sweet mayo dressing come together in this CopyKat version of Subway’s Apple Orchard Chicken Salad.
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Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad (Copycat)

Buttermilk-marinated chicken, crispy bacon, charred corn, avocado, and mixed greens are finished with a creamy avocado ranch in this Chick-fil-A copycat Cobb.
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Luby’s Shredded Carrot Salad

Sweet shredded carrots, pineapple, and raisins are combined with a creamy dressing to recreate Luby’s iconic shredded carrot salad in this CopyKat recipe.
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Easy Broccoli Salad

Fresh broccoli florets, crisp bacon, shredded cheese, and toasted almonds are tossed in a sweet-tangy dressing in this make-ahead CopyKat broccoli salad.
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Homemade Potato Salad

Tender red potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crunchy celery, and a creamy mayonnaise-mustard dressing make this classic CopyKat homemade potato salad a brunch staple.
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Grape Salad with Cream Cheese Dressing

Seedless grapes are coated in a creamy cream cheese and sour cream dressing, then topped with toasted walnuts for a sweet CopyKat grape salad.
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Green Jacket Salad

Crisp greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and Parmesan are dressed in a tangy vinaigrette to recreate the famed Green Jacket salad in this CopyKat recipe.
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Applebee’s Oriental Fried Chicken Salad

Crispy panko-fried chicken tenders are paired with crisp greens, shredded cabbage, and an Oriental-style sesame dressing in this CopyKat Applebee’s salad.
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Sweet Tomatoes Broccoli Madness Salad

Raw broccoli, bacon, cashews, raisins, and a creamy dressing combine in this CopyKat recreation of Sweet Tomatoes’ Broccoli Madness salad, a flavorful crowd-pleaser.
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Pasta House Company Salad

Mixed greens, tomatoes, olives, pepperoncini, and shaved Parmesan are tossed in a bright Italian vinaigrette to mimic The Pasta House Company salad.
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