There is nothing better than fresh, crisp greens, tomatoes from the garden and a homemade dressing on a warm summer day. My taste buds naturally crave more fresh fruits and vegetables during the summer months when they are in season and at their tastiest! I rounded up some of my favorite summer salad recipes to enjoy this summer. There’s something for everyone, even those who don’t normally love greens!
Side note: Not a salad, but this Beer Steamed Mussels Recipe from Jess is so good!
15 Delicious and Easy Summer Salad Recipes
Strawberry Feta Salad
It’s strawberry season in New England and this is my all-time favorite summer salad! In fact, my mom always made this growing up and it reminds me of dinners out on our porch overlooking the green mountains and gorgeous pink sunsets. The combination of salty rich feta, sweet juicy strawberries and spinach is just so perfect.
Ingredients:
- 1 bag spinach
- 1 container freshly picked strawberries (sliced)
- 1 container feta
- Almonds (optional)
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinagrette
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Juice from 1 lemon or 1/4 cup Maple syrup
- Fresh minced garlic (1 clove)
Instructions:
Mix ingredients for dressing in mason jar, shake vigorously. Add one bag of spinach to a salad bowl. Then top with strawberry slices, feta and almonds. Pour desired amount of dressing over salad. Voila!
Tomato and Peach Salad with Burrata
My mouth is watering just thinking about this Tomato and Peach Salad and Burrata from Alex Hitz. In fact, I first had this last summer and have made it for several occasions since. It is always a crowd-pleaser and just so delicious. The juicy peaches with the fresh tomatoes and creamy burrata make this more like a desert than a salad, but it pairs wonderfully with grilled BBQ chicken or kabobs!
Corn and Black Bean Salad
This Corn and Black Bean Salad from Stonewall Kitchen is so easy and so delicious. It is also great to throw together quick as an app for a cookout or you could pair it with a protein for family dinner! In fact, our 1-year-old LOVES it. But it is a little spicy and often tastes spicier the next day.
Summer Chicken Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
This Summer Chicken Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing from Half Baked Harvest is flavorful, filling and all the veggie goodness. The hot bacon dressing sounds incredible over grilled chicken, greens, bells peppers, corn, tomatoes, avocado and some yummy feta or blue cheese to top it off. So many flavors and so much yumminess in one salad.
Mixed Green Salad with Herb Roasted Potatoes
YUM! This mixed green salad recipe with herb roasted potatoes from Jess looks so good. I also love being able to use fresh ingredients from the garden and the crispy potatoes add sustenance that can easily turn this salad into a meal. A delicious combo for a summer night.
Steakhouse Salad with Pesto Vibes
I love a good steak salad during the summer months. This salad from Bon Appetit, has pine nuts, strip steak, lemon, basil and romaine lettuce. It’s simple, but the flavors are so rich and deliciously refreshing.
Kale Caesar Salad with Lemony Bread Crumbs
Bon Appetit’s Kale Caesar is so yummy and simple. The crisp flavorful kale paired with lemony bread crumbs is just what you need on a hot summer night.
Broccoli Salad
We just picked our first broccoli heads from our garden this summer. So what better time than now to try this Broccoli Salad from NYTimes Cooking. This salad is served cold and is great to bring to a cookout or BBQ.
Grilled Corn, Asparagus and Spring Onion Salad
Another recipe from NYTimes Cooking, this salad with corn, asparagus and spring onion is a delicious and fresh combo for summer. Is there anything better than grilled corn in a summer salad?
Asian Slaw
Summer is the time for slaw and this Asian Slaw recipe from Love & Lemons is crispy and so delicious. The dressing is a combination of peanuty, gingery, citrusy, sesame goodness on top of crisp, fresh vegetables and herbs. Lots of flavor and yum in this one!
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad
This Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad from Love & Lemons has shaved Brussels, lemon juice, pine nuts, dried cranberries and pecorino cheese for a flavorful, light and delicious summer meal.
Easy Pasta Salad
A summer salad roundup would not be complete without a pasta salad. This one from, Love & Lemons is just as easy as its name! Including all the classics this would make a perfect side dish for a backyard BBQ or would pair nicely with chicken or burgers for dinner. Add olives if that’s your thing.
Greek Salad
This classic Greek Salad from Love & Lemons is also another summer staple. Feta, olives, bell peppers, tomatoes and a fantastic greek dressing will make all your greek salad dreams come true!
Classic Caprese Salad
Caprese salads are what summer is all about! Perfect for any occasion and so simple to whip up quickly for lunch or dinner. The combinations of fresh tomatoes, basil and mozzarella just can’t be beat!
Creamy Potato Salad
I can’t wait to try this Creamy Potato Salad from Love & Lemons. With all the classic ingredients plus capers, radishes and red onion for extra flavor and crunch. The creamy, tangy and flavorful dressing sounds so delish!
What are your favorite summer salad recipes? Let us know in the comments below!
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