Holy yum! We’ve gotta warn you that by the end of this post, you’re going to be craving a fresh, crisp, and colourful salad – proceed with caution! We’ve rounded up the best 50 easy summer salads. Some are super healthy and the others are just plain delicious! From noodles to fruit and crisp veggies to protein, here are all the summer salads you have to try this season:
A quick and easy recipe that only uses 5 ingredients. Get the full recipe here.
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Perfect on its own, with chips or in a pita. Get the full recipe here.
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Eat this salad as an appetizer, lunch or light dinner. Get the full recipe here.
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Less than 450 calories. Get the full recipe here.
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Ginger and garlic gives this recipe a nice kick. Get the full recipe here.
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A great addition to your next barbecue! Get the full recipe here.
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There’s something for everyone on these kabobs! Get the full recipe here.
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Add a little crunch to your salad with toasted ramen noodles. Get the full recipe here.
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Packed with protein and low in fat. Get the full recipe here.
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Add a little green to your potato salad! Get the full recipe here.
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An inexpensive and easy way to eat broccoli. You can use greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a healthier salad. Get the full recipe here.
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Spicy and tangy, saucy and crunchy, filling but not heavy. Get the full recipe here.
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Get this salad ready in just 20 minutes! Get the full recipe here.
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Feeling lazy? Skip candying the pecans and just toss them in! Get the full recipe here.
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Great for your next potluck, BBQ, and the olive lover in your life! Get the full recipe here.
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Grapes in salad will change your life. Get the full recipe here.
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A refreshing summer side. Get the full recipe here.
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Healthy greens and zesty flavors. Get the full recipe here.
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A healthy ranch dressing? Say no more. Get the full recipe here.
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The salting and sugaring of the cucumbers is what makes this recipe so unique. Get the full recipe here.
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A little twist on a classic carrot salad. Get the full recipe here.
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This flavour combo will knock your socks off! Get the full recipe here.
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A salad packed with super foods! Get the full recipe here.
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Yogurt adds the creaminess that mayonnaise normally provides while adding protein and calcium. Get the full recipe here.
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This salad only takes minutes to throw together! Get the full recipe here.
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This recipe makes plenty for a full meal and leftovers for lunch! Get the full recipe here.
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Simple and easy to throw together for those summer cookouts. Get the full recipe here.
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This vegan and gluten-free recipe is packed with flavor. Get the full recipe here.
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Apples and cheddar make the perfect pair. Get the full recipe here.
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Have it on its own or paired with crispy coconut shrimp, pan seared salmon or grilled chicken kebabs. Get the full recipe here.
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A sweet and tangy salad that takes 10 minutes to make. Get the full recipe here.
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You won’t even miss the mayonnaise! Get the full recipe here.
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You’re going to be addicted to this dressing! Get the full recipe here.
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Fast, healthy, and cheap. Get the full recipe here.
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Featuring a delicious cashew-based vegan ranch dressing! Get the full recipe here.
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One of the most gorgeous salads you’ll have all summer. Get the full recipe here.
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Full of colour and flavour. Get the full recipe here.
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You can make this salad up to 4-days in advance. Get the full recipe here.
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Creamy, herby, sweet, and spicy. Get the full recipe here.
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A fresh and flavourful hastle-free salad with a treasure trove of grilled seafood. Get the full recipe here.
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You can also add noodles to this dish or replace the lettuce with noodles completely! Get the full recipe here.
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A super tasty recipe that kids will love! Get the full recipe here.
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So many amazing flavor combinations and the pears and raspberries go together perfectly. Get the full recipe here.
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We couldn’t resist putting a dessert salad into our list! Get the full recipe here.
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If you have kids, this is the perfect recipe to get them involved with! Get the full recipe here.
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Just watch this potato salad disappear at your next gathering! Get the full recipe here.
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The crispness of the cucumber, pop of red onion and sweetness of melon will be perfect with BBQ, shrimp, steak or by itself. Get the full recipe here.
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Super refreshing and light. Get the full recipe here.
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Hearty enough to satisfy any appetite! Get the full recipe here.
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A totally addicting fresh summer salad loaded with black beans, chicken, corn and rice. Get the full recipe here.
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