New Year's salads and appetizers 2026 – the best recipes for the holiday table
Ladies' Whim Salad
Try the "Lady's Whim" salad recipe and surprise your loved ones with its delicate and sophisticated flavor!
Festive meat salad without mayonnaise
A festive feast is firmly associated with Olivier or Mimosa salads, generously dressed with mayonnaise. But mayonnaise isn't for everyone, and yet, we still want to indulge in something delicious and unusual on a special day. We offer you a recipe for a light yet filling meat salad, a perfect accompaniment to holiday toasts.
Mimosa Salad
Mimosa Salad is a delicate layered dish with canned fish, potatoes, and mayonnaise that will be the perfect addition to your holiday table.
Marbled Olivier
Marbled Olivier is a unique take on the classic salad that will delight gourmets with its flavor and mouth-watering appearance. Try this salad to add variety to your menu and surprise your guests with a new taste!
Salad "Male Whim"
The "Man's Whim" beef salad is the perfect combination of flavor and heartiness, sure to be a treat for any table.
Classic herring under a fur coat
Classic herring under a fur coat is a staple of any holiday table and one of the most popular dishes of Soviet cuisine. The combination of salted herring with delicate layers of boiled vegetables, eggs, and mayonnaise creates a rich and balanced flavor that is familiar to everyone. This recipe is easy to prepare and will brighten any feast, evoking nostalgia and bringing the warmth of family celebrations.
Classic Tbilisi salad with beef
Tbilisi salad is a classic of Soviet cuisine. Prepare this hearty and spicy salad from sunny Georgia, just like our grandmothers used to make.
Crab salad without rice
If you're looking for a lighter snack, try this classic crab salad without rice—it's just as delicious!
Winter salad
During the New Year holidays, show a little imagination and prepare this delicious and beautiful winter salad.
New Year's salad without mayonnaise
If you don't like mayonnaise or are watching your figure, try making this delicious beef salad for New Year's.
Salad with chicken and mushrooms
Make this classic salad for the holidays – chicken, mushrooms, potatoes, carrots, and cheese are the perfect combination!
Salad with canned pink salmon, rice and egg
This classic pink salmon salad doesn't require much effort or preparation, yet it's delicious and filling. Make it ready for guests!
Classic Moscow salad with chicken and pickles
Stolichny Salad is a classic Russian salad from Soviet times. Make it for New Year's!
Classic Potato Salad
Potato salad is a traditional New Year and Christmas treat in many European countries, but it is also very appropriate in Russia.
Classic squid salad with egg and onion
Prepare a squid salad for any celebration using a classic Soviet recipe.
Ministerial Salad
Prepare this classic, delicious, and nutritious beef and egg salad for New Year's, using an old Soviet recipe.
Chrysanthemum salad with chips and mushrooms
Prepare a salad with chips in the shape of a beautiful chrysanthemum flower for your holiday table – it will delight your guests with both its appearance and taste!
Tartlets with filling
It doesn't take much effort to spice up your New Year's table. Make these delicious chicken and mushroom tartlets.
Pomegranate bracelet salad with chicken
Try the classic "Pomegranate Bracelet" salad with chicken, walnuts, and pomegranate seeds—a delicious and beautiful dish for the holiday table!
Money Salad
Wishing you prosperity is a perfect New Year's gift. Make this delicious salad garnished with gold coins.
Classic Olivier salad with chicken
Classic Olivier salad with chicken is a delicate combination of chicken breast, pickles, green peas, and mayonnaise that will be the highlight of any holiday table!
Wood grouse nest salad
Wood Grouse Nest is a classic salad in modern Russian cuisine. It will be a real eye-catcher at your holiday table and whet your guests' appetites!
Classic Shrimp Salad
Prepare a simple yet sophisticated classic shrimp salad for your guests – delicious, filling, and healthy!
Classic Chicken Liver Salad
Make a classic liver salad with homemade mayonnaise for dinner or as a holiday appetizer.
Fir-tree Salad
This simple salad will not only be a delicious treat, but also a great decoration for your New Year's or Christmas table.
Classic salad with canned tuna and egg
The salad prepared according to this recipe is suitable for those on a low-carb diet, as it does not contain carbohydrates.
King Snake Salad
King Snake Salad is a spectacular and delicious dish that will be a highlight of your New Year's table in 2025.
Classic fish salad
Make this classic fish salad as a great addition to lunch, dinner, or as a holiday appetizer.
Chicken and Pineapple Salad
Make a chicken and pineapple salad – classic, quick, and without any frills, it's sure to not only fill you up but also lift your spirits!
Chicken aspic
A New Year's table is rarely complete without jellied meat. Try this unusual jellied meat made with chicken and chicken feet.
Sunflower Salad
Sunflower is a classic salad for a big celebration; it will definitely become the centerpiece of the table, no matter how many dishes are on it!
Crab salad with rice and corn
Crab salad with rice and corn is a light, delicious, and filling dish made with crab sticks, rice, corn, cucumber, and eggs, perfect for a holiday table or an everyday dinner.
Classic Chicken Salad
Make a classic chicken salad—a great option for a hearty dinner or entertaining when you don't have time for a lot of fuss.
New Year's salad with tuna
This original New Year's salad will delight your family and guests and create a festive mood.
Salad with eggs, orange and apple
This exotic fruit and egg salad is sure to delight you both at lunch and as a healthy snack.
Classic jellied meat
Kholodets is a traditional Russian dish made with meat broth and pieces of meat. It's tender, flavorful, and rich, perfect for a holiday meal. This classic kholodets recipe will help you prepare it with minimal effort, yet delivers excellent results.
Salad with canned fish and potatoes
Prepare this simple, yet filling and delicious salad with canned mackerel for a family dinner or a holiday table.
New Year's salad with chicken and fruit
Fresh fruit is a great addition to a hearty winter salad. Make this delicious and beautiful layered treat for the holidays.
New Year's Wreath Salad
The tradition of hanging beautiful wreaths in the house for Christmas and New Year's has taken hold in our country too. Decorate not only your door but also your holiday table with a wreath.
Baskets with mushrooms and cheese
Make this unusual appetizer using ordinary toast bread, cheese and mushrooms.
Tartlets with crab sticks and cheese
If you're on a budget and don't want to spend money on expensive ingredients, try making this simple, budget-friendly, and delicious appetizer in tartlets.
Cod liver salad with egg and cucumber
Make a cod liver salad – classic, simple, yet delicious, filling, and healthy, a great quick option!
Snow Crab Appetizer
Ordinary crab sticks can be used in a unique way. Make these inexpensive but delicious rolls for your guests.
Herring appetizer in a baguette
Prepare this simple and inexpensive, yet delicious appetizer with aromatic herring for the New Year's table.
Layered canapes with salmon
Canapés are the most popular appetizer at any feast. Make these delicious little bite-sized treats.
Snack roll with spinach
This savory cheese and spinach roll is perfect for a New Year's feast, adding a lovely color and delicious aroma.
Eclairs with red fish
Mini eclairs made from choux pastry with a cream cheese and red fish filling are perfect for a New Year's feast.
Mini mushroom burgers
Offer your guests at the New Year's table these not only delicious, but also very healthy "hamburgers".
Red fish appetizer on cheese biscuits
This delicious and mouth-watering appetizer is sure to attract the attention of your guests at the New Year's table.
Choux pastry appetizer with cheese and vegetables
Make this delicious appetizer for the holidays, made from choux pastry with cream cheese, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.
Salad with sprats and green onions
This fish salad is no less delicious and filling than the traditional holiday Olivier salad. Make it for a family celebration.
German Christmas Salad
This bright and flavorful New Year's salad, inspired by German cuisine, will brighten your table and add a fresh twist to the traditional holiday menu.
Classic crab salad
Crab stick salad has long held a place of honor on holiday tables and in everyday menus. Crab salad has won the hearts of many thanks to its ease of preparation and rich, sophisticated flavor. This salad, with its natural crab flavor, is one of the most popular classic recipes.
Crab salad with corn
Crab stick salad is a classic dish that will grace both everyday and festive tables. In fact, there are countless recipes for this dish. But if you think you've tried every variation, this crab salad recipe will pleasantly surprise you!
Salad with crab sticks and tomatoes
Today we're sharing a recipe for a delicious, gourmet crab stick salad that's easy to make using readily available ingredients.
Crab salad without rice
Classic crab salad has long been a staple at every holiday table. This salad, served with sticks, evokes New Year's celebrations and home comforts, and is easy to prepare. Classic crab salad is usually prepared with rice, which makes the dish more filling and filling.
Salad with crab sticks and pineapple
Crab stick and pineapple salad is a simple, satisfying combination of flavors that's equally at home on an everyday table or a festive occasion. The sweetness of the canned exotic fruit accentuates the tenderness of the crab sticks, while the cheese adds a soft, creamy note. With minimal ingredients, the dish is balanced in flavor and looks beautiful when served. Preparing this delicious pineapple salad requires no special culinary skills.
Crab salad with corn and cucumber
Today we'll make crab salad with cucumber and corn using our recipe. Crab salad is perhaps one of the most popular and delicious dishes on any table, especially for holidays. There are various crab salad recipes and preparation methods.
Healthy crab salad
Crab salad is one of the top three most popular and beloved salads in our country. Today, we'll be making a healthy crab salad—a lighter version that differs from our usual recipes. This dietary crab salad is lighter because we don't use cooked rice and use sour cream instead of mayonnaise. However, if you prefer a traditional salad, you can use cooked rice and mayonnaise.
Crab salad without corn
We'd like to share one of our delicious and simple salad recipes, perfect for a quick dinner and a perfect addition to your holiday table. Of course, many people love crab sticks. This crab stick salad proves that even without eggs, rice, and corn, you can create a true culinary wonder. If you're looking for a corn-free crab salad, this version, made with fresh cucumbers and a delicate dressing, will delight you with its light and fresh flavor. Let's get started preparing our salad.
New Year's salads and appetizers – is the exciting part of the holiday table. We've prepared a selection of the best recipes for 2026. It features both classic and original dishes that will wow your guests. Simple and delicious salads, light appetizers, and exquisite treats – there's something for everyone. Use our step-by-step recipes with photos to prepare everything quickly and easily. Decorate your New Year's table with unusual dishes and create an exceptional atmosphere.