Hearty Winter Salad Recipes That Will Seriously Satisfy

Silverbeet with Pumpkin, Pine nuts and LentilsSweet chunks of roasted pumpkin pair with filling lentils and nuts in this delicious salad. Silverbeet, an often forgotten vegetable, is also a champion of this dish  showing that even the most simple ingredients can be transformed into a sophisticated side.

Fennel Roast Chicken Salad with Smoked Paprika CouscousThis hearty recipe shows that salad isn't just lettuce and no substance. Juicy fennel roasted chicken is paired with warming couscous salad and seasonal winter veges. Serve with lemony dressing and prove your resident salad-snubber wrong.

Citrus Quinoa Salad with Lemon DressingAn array of sweet, sour and tangy flavours combine in this lively winter salad. Enjoy as a vegetarian side or top with grilled chicken or pan-fried fish for a more substantial meal.

Three-Rice Salad With Lentils and Roasted Vegetables Ima Cuisine's Yael Shochat has created a winner with this rice salad recipe. Three different kinds of rice, green lentils, plenty of herbs and nuts means this salad is both flavourful and gluten-free.

Winter Salad of Fennel, Apple and FetaIt's hard to imagine a more refreshing salad than this in winter, or any time of year, for that matter. The combination of salty feta, sweet apple and crunchy fennel makes for a wonderfully cheerful salad that's fresh and invigorating.

Massaged Kale Salad with Ricotta and GarlicMassaged...kale?! This salad packs a flavour punch thanks to this clever dressing absorbing technique and has a fantastic hit of garlic and chilli. Top with beautifully creamy ricotta and sprinkle with toasted pecans.

Winter Roast Vegetables with Almond DressingThis almond dressing is seriously addictive and will have you making any excuse to roast vegetables so you can get drizzling.

Panzanella with Oregano and AnchoviesYes, salads made out of bread count as salads. Try this one with tomatoes, lentils to make it a little more substantial, and a small handful of roasted seeds for a toasty crunch.

Herbed Lentil Salad With Salmon and Preserved LemonTry this punchy salad recipe with herbs, lentils, smoked salmon, and add whatever vegetables you have on hand.

Sorghum Salad with Portobello Mushrooms and Lemony Paprika VinaigretteSorghum, the latest grain to reach superfood status, makes a fantastic base for this comforting salad. Toss with sheep's feta, grilled mushrooms and lemony paprika vinaigrette for a simple side dish or vegetarian main.