Famous salads: Top 5 most famous recipes in the world

Salads are fresh, light and colourful dishes that add a touch of taste and wellness to every

meal. But there are some salads that, thanks to their history and unmistakeable flavour, have become culinary icons, and highly appreciated in every corner of the planet.

In this article, we will travel the world thanks to 5 recipes of the top salad dishes ever. So, here we go!

On July 4, the Caesar Salad, one of the most famous salads at an international level, celebrated its 100th birthday! Highly appreciated in America, as well as in the rest of the world, this salad was not invented in the United States, as most people believe, but in Mexico.

It was invented by Cesare Cardini, an Italian chef who emigrated to the USA, and in 1924 created this salad made from romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan and a dressing made of anchovies, eggs, lemon and Worcestershire sauce.

Not only is it delicious, but it’s also a very versatile dish: simply add some grilled chicken or shrimps, and the Caesar Salad turns into a complete and ultra satisfying meal.

Another highly appreciated variant includes the use of Baby leaf salads which, thanks to their crispness compared to ripe salad leaves, enhance the flavour and freshness of this iconic recipe even further.

We now travel to the heart of the Mediterranean, where we find the Salade Nicoise, a world-famous salad typical of the French Riviera that contains all the freshness and wholesomeness of its local ingredients.

It features lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, green beans, hard-boiled eggs, anchovies, tuna and black olives, and is an explosion of Mediterranean flavours.

But the real secret of this salad lies in the dressing: olive oil, salt and pepper, nothing more! The Salade Nicoise is a rich and tasty dish, perfect for a light lunch and a staple recipe for all those who love simple yet delicious dishes.

Russian salad is also one of the world-famous salads and its creaminess and delicate flavour has captured many a palate, especially as an appetiser or during the festive season.

Also known as the “Olivier salad“, it is a combination of boiled vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots and peas, mixed with mayonnaise and sometimes enhanced by the addition of chicken or tuna.

This is a typical dish of Russian cuisine, and has found its way to becoming part of the culinary traditions of many countries. Nowadays it is a favourite dish for special occasions, thanks to its versatility and intense, enticing flavour.

Who has never heard of the Greek salad, or “Horiatiki”? This dish is emblematic of the Greek culinary tradition and is the perfect choice for those who love fresh and authentic flavours in every single bite.

Prepared using our delicious Baby leaf salads and enhanced with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, black Kalamata olives, red onion and feta cheese, this Greek salad is the perfect mix of freshness, taste and nutrients.

Our journey comes to an end with another famous salad that comes from the United States: the Seven-Layer Salad. As its name suggests, this salad consists in seven layers of different ingredients, also making it visually appealing and irresistible.

The alternating layers use Baby leaf salads such as baby lettuce, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, bacon, onion, peas and mayonnaise, but there are a multitude of different variations! Each layer offers a unique taste: an explosion of taste where also the aesthetic aspect makes the difference.

The key to making a good salad is definitely the quality of the ingredients. Our Baby leaf salads are the perfect example of how freshness and wholesomeness can make a difference in every dish.

Cultivated with passion and sustainable practises, OP Isola Verde‘s baby salad leaves are ideal for enhancing any salad, not only making it tasty, but also healthy and rich in nutrients.