29/03/2026
The Perfect Pairings for Wine with Salad!
Curious on how to pair your favorite salads with wine? Look no further: here’s a peek into some fun pairings for the “I don’t feel like cooking, let’s have a salad” nights.
When it comes to wine and salad, confusion can sometimes rear its ugly head. There are so many factors one must consider. First, there are the veggies, and then you have cheese, and oh dear… bacon bits.
Well, it turns out the key is in the dressing.
When it comes to wine pairing, it’s (almost) always about the sauce.
• Classic Ranch Salad = California Chardonnay
• Antipasto Salad with Italian Dressing = Italian Verdicchio
• Cesar Salad = French Sauvignon Blanc
• Wedge Salad with Bleu Cheese = Portuguese Vinho Verde
• Chef Salad with Honey Mustard = Pinot Noir
• Southwest Salad with Chipotle Dressing = Australian Grenache
• Greek Salad = Spanish Verdejo
• Chinese Chicken Salad with Ginger Dressing = A Dry Riesling
• Fruit Salad with Honey Dressing = Sparkling Rose
Who says you can’t pair wine and salad?
There are plenty of other health-conscious choices out there, so lettuce know what you think of these tasty pairings and give us your suggestions in the comments below!
