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21 Summer Salads That Will Make You Ready to Celebrate the Season

JANUARY 31, 2023
21 Summer Salads That Will Make You Ready to Celebrate the Season
Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy a light and healthy salad. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or just looking for a quick and easy lunch, salads are a great way to get a nutritious and delicious meal on the table in no time. We've rounded up 21 of the best summer salad recipes that are packed with flavor and colorful produce. From grilled vegetable salads to whole grains to homemade dressings, there's something for everyone. So let's get the party started and dive into these delicious recipes that will make you and your guests ready to celebrate the season.
Vegan Richa

Easy Summer Salad with Roasted Veggies

This Easy Summer Pasta Salad with Grilled Vegetables will be your new go-to for all potlucks and picnics! Perfectly cooked pasta, juicy tomatoes, smoky-sweet grilled veggies, and protein-rich chickpeas all tossed in a quick Italian dressing!  The perfect make-ahead bbq side dish or weeknight dinner....
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45
40 min
TOTAL TIME
449
CALORIES
$1.70
PER SERVING
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Easy Summer Salad with Roasted Veggies
Sugar And Soul

Hot Girl Summer Salad

This Hot Girl Summer Salad is made with cucumbers, green pepper, red onion, eggs, Italian dressing, and more for a quick, easy, and refreshing lunch or snack!
44
30 min
TOTAL TIME
303
CALORIES
$1.81
PER SERVING
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Hot Girl Summer Salad
Half Baked Harvest

Summer Abundance Salad.

The ultimate summer salad, full of gorgeous vegetable 
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26,359
56
15 min
TOTAL TIME
1104
CALORIES
$4.54
PER SERVING
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Summer Abundance Salad.
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Char-Broil

Summer Salad with Bacon Wrapped Peaches

This bacon-wrapped and grilled Georgia peach summer salad is elementary in preparation, using many ingredients most likely already on-hand or in the garden, while offering an unique complexity, depth and contrast in flavor. Above all, this recipe is fun, presents beautifully, and in moderation, is t...
1
2
690
CALORIES
$2.68
PER SERVING
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Summer Salad with Bacon Wrapped Peaches
Cookie and Kate

Grilled Summer Salad with Corn, Peppers and Chili-Lime Dressing

This sweet and spicy salad features grilled corn, bell peppers and red onions, arugula, feta, black beans and avocado! It can serve as a main dish or side salad .
7
359
6
30 min
TOTAL TIME
512
CALORIES
$1.60
PER SERVING
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Grilled Summer Salad with Corn, Peppers and Chili-Lime Dressing
Well And Full

Summer Garden Salad w/ Sweet Corn, Tomatoes + Herbs

This summer garden salad showcases the best of seasonal produce - fresh summer corn, tomatoes, and earthy herbs.
1
99
14
10 min
TOTAL TIME
176
CALORIES
$1.58
PER SERVING
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Summer Garden Salad w/ Sweet Corn, Tomatoes + Herbs
Elizabeth's Kitchen Diary

Cretan Summer Salad with Figs & Goats Cheese

Fresh salad greens, vine ripened tomatoes, figs and goats cheese bring summer to your table!
1
10 min
TOTAL TIME
654
CALORIES
$3.93
PER SERVING
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Cretan Summer Salad with Figs & Goats Cheese
I Heart Nap Time

Summer Salad With Lemon Dressing

Fresh summer salad with lemon dressing -easy, healthy and delicious!
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54,186
136
20 min
TOTAL TIME
767
CALORIES
$3.78
PER SERVING
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Summer Salad With Lemon Dressing
Family Circle

Shrimp Summer "Roll" Salad

This Shrimp Summer "Roll" Salad is a light and refreshing meal that combines the flavors of a summer roll and a salad - perfect for a summer day!
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17
23 min
TOTAL TIME
397
CALORIES
$3.26
PER SERVING
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Shrimp Summer "Roll" Salad
The MOM 100 Cookbook

Summer Whole Grain and Vegetable Salad

Farro, or whatever grain you choose, is mixed with a whole bunch of vegetables — plenty of texture and chew, super satisfying, and gorgeous to boot.
53
3
20 min
TOTAL TIME
178
CALORIES
$1.35
PER SERVING
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Summer Whole Grain and Vegetable Salad
Detoxinista

Summer Salad with Orange Basil Vinaigrette

This summer salad is topped with gorgonzola and tossed with a refreshing orange basil vinaigrette, for a salad that will leave everyone asking for more! 
5
106
2
20 min
TOTAL TIME
318
CALORIES
$2.06
PER SERVING
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Summer Salad with Orange Basil Vinaigrette
Shayna's Kitchen

Light Summer Salad with Oranges, Cherries, and Fresh Herbs

Looking for an easy recipe to bring to this weekend’s backyard get-together? Look no further than my Light Summer Salad with Oranges, Cherries, and Fresh Herbs! It’s a vegan dish that will wow absolutely everybody as it’s light, fresh and bursting with summer flavor. On busy holiday weekends, you de...
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573
CALORIES
$2.73
PER SERVING
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Light Summer Salad with Oranges, Cherries, and Fresh Herbs
Joyful Healthy Eats

Summer Detox Salad with Citrus Basil Vinaigrette

This refreshing summer detox salad is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients and topped with a flavorful citrus basil vinaigrette. The perfect light and healthy meal to enjoy during the warm months.
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47
15 min
TOTAL TIME
387
CALORIES
$1.41
PER SERVING
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Summer Detox Salad with Citrus Basil Vinaigrette
One Pot Recipes

One Pot Summer Salad

The best, quick and easy Summer salad recipe, homemade with simple ingredients in one pot in 20 minutes. Full of spinach, lettuce, cucumbers raspberries, strawberries, pecans and orange vinaigrette.
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1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
225
CALORIES
$1.43
PER SERVING
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One Pot Summer Salad
Real Simple

Nicoise-Inspired Summer Salad

This pretty salad has it all: crunchy veg, salty dressing, and plenty of protein to keep you full.
12
25 min
TOTAL TIME
594
CALORIES
$2.85
PER SERVING
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Nicoise-Inspired Summer Salad
Garlic Delight

Summer salad with peaches, romaine, walnuts, avocados, and goat cheese

This fragrant and tangy salad is a sensual showcase of bright summer fruits and vegetables. Pick ripe peaches for maximum flavor and sweetness. Substitute ingredients easily, such as pecans for the walnuts and feta for the goat cheese.
1
12
32
5 min
TOTAL TIME
422
CALORIES
$2.08
PER SERVING
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Summer salad with peaches, romaine, walnuts, avocados, and goat cheese
Well Plated

Super Summer Detox Salad

A healthy and filling summer detox salad loaded with antioxidant-rich ingredients like kale, cherries, walnuts, farro, and artichokes.
7
2,814
26
30 min
TOTAL TIME
434
CALORIES
$1.78
PER SERVING
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Super Summer Detox Salad
Eating Richly

FIG SUMMER SALAD RECIPE

This refreshing summer salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory, featuring juicy figs, crunchy almonds, and a homemade vinaigrette dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any meal.
25
1
10 min
TOTAL TIME
367
CALORIES
$1.87
PER SERVING
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FIG SUMMER SALAD RECIPE

Healthy Summer Salad with Eggs

Sometimes, a salad brimming with fresh ingredients is all you need to keep your energy at peak levels and give your taste buds something to rave about. Our potato, green bean and egg salad will tempt you throughout the summer. But remember that it can be just as tasty in the fall and winter when a s...
30 min
TOTAL TIME
475
CALORIES
$3.64
PER SERVING
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Healthy Summer Salad with Eggs
Minimalist Baker

Smoky Summer Salad with Lime-Crusted Salmon

Flavorful lime-crusted salmon atop a fiber-rich salad of greens, cabbage, and black beans, topped with smoky chipotle dressing and fresh peach salsa. Just 10 ingredients and 30 minutes required!
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403
13
30 min
TOTAL TIME
906
CALORIES
$4.44
PER SERVING
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Smoky Summer Salad with Lime-Crusted Salmon
Green Healthy Cooking

Summer Salad with Homemade Salad Dressing

This summer salad is one of the best salad recipes to make with seasonal produce. Top your healthy salad with homemade orange-basil vinaigrette dressing, made using fresh basil and orange juice. This delicious salad recipe makes a 15-minute, easy summer lunch or dinner!
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402.0
15 min
TOTAL TIME
383
CALORIES
$3.49
PER SERVING
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Summer Salad with Homemade Salad Dressing
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