Summer is the perfect time to bring fresh, flavorful salads to your dinner table more often! It’s easy to prepare ahead and goes great with anything that comes off the grill. They are also often well-traveled, whether you take them to family gatherings or summer barbecues.
I’ve compiled 23 of my favorite summer salads. Including the fresh broccoli salad that my husband always loves, the kale and wild rice salad that I love so much, and the chicken and pasta vineyard salad that my kids love.
Some of these salads make great side dishes, while others are perfect for a quick dinner!
If you’re looking for fresh salad inspiration this summer, this list has it all! I repeat all of this during the warmer months (and pretty much all year long).
1
Best Broccoli Salad
The best broccoli salad recipe made with fresh broccoli and the most delicious homemade dressing. Always popular at potlucks and barbecues!
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2
Pesto Pasta Salad with Peas and Parmesan Cheese
Get excited about pasta salads again with this amazing Pesto Pasta Salad with Peas and Parmesan Cheese. So light, so simple, and so delicious!
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3
Pesto Balsamic Chicken Tortellini Toss
These delicious Pesto Balsamic Chicken Tortellini Tosses are packed with lots of delicious ingredients and flavors like roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, artichokes, and more!
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4
Greek Pasta Salad
These delicious Pesto Balsamic Chicken Tortellini Tosses are packed with lots of delicious ingredients and flavors like roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, artichokes, and more!
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5
Vineyard Chicken and Pasta Salad
The perfect light and fresh dinner, this Vineyard Chicken and Pasta Salad is so delicious! There are so many delicious ingredients and the dressing…yum!
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6
Kale and Wild Rice Salad
This awesome kale and wild rice salad is packed with lots of delicious ingredients, including chicken, avocado, feta cheese, almonds, apples, and more! I really like it!
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7
Fresh Basil and Corn Couscous Green Salad
This couscous green salad is absolutely amazing! Comes together quickly… The fresh basil dressing will knock your socks off.
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8
Avocado Chicken Salad
This Avocado Chicken Salad is irresistible! It’s perfect as a light and healthy dinner, or as a light lunch or party food. Bonus: It comes together quickly (less than 15 minutes)!
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9
Mashed Yukon Gold Potato Salad
Potato salad gets a bit of a makeover with this mashed potato salad. Simple and delicious, soft Yukon gold potatoes and classic dressing are perfect!
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10
Honey Lime Fruit Salad
The best fruit salad! This Honey Lime Fruit Salad is so easy and delicious, and has just enough flair to make it feel special.
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11
Mexican Street Corn Salad
The best summer side dish! This creamy Mexican street corn salad (aka esquire) is incredibly easy and full of amazing smoky, fresh flavor.
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12
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Orzo Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
Packed with flavor… and veggies, this Grilled Chicken Orzo Salad is so delicious (and so pretty!) with a simple homemade honey lime dressing.
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13
Easy Cowboy Caviar
This Cowboy Caviar Dip (aka Shredded Dip!) is literally thrown together and is the easiest… Makes one of the tastiest snacks/appetizers. Perfect for a potluck or barbecue!
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14
Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad
This light and healthy Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad is loaded with delicious ingredients (bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese!) and a simple and delicious homemade dressing!
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15
Fresh Green Bean Salad with Balsamic Dressing
This Fresh Green Bean Salad with Balsamic Dressing is so bright, fresh, and flavorful. It’s the perfect summer side dish!
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16
Tri-color pasta salad
Simple to prepare, this tri-color pasta salad is the best. The creamy dressing with a hint of pesto is so delicious and delicious!
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17
BBQ Chicken Salad Cilantro Lime Rice Bowl
If you love BBQ chicken salad, you’ll fall in love with this BBQ Chicken Salad Bowl with Cilantro Lime Rice. It’s quick and delicious and makes the perfect lunch or dinner!
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18
Summer Roasted Vegetable Orzo Salad with Fresh Basil
Simple roasted vegetables topped with orzo, fresh basil, and a light, delicious homemade dressing. This orzo summer salad is fantastic!
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19
German Potato Salad
German potato salad is simple and so delicious! Served with tender potatoes, simple herbs and bacon in an egg-free and dairy-free dressing.
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20
Chopped Thai Crunch Salad with Sweet and Spicy Dressing
A healthy Thai salad with fresh vegetables, tender chicken, Thai vinaigrette, and a creamy, spicy peanut dressing.
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21
Greek Pita Bread Salad
This light and refreshing Greek pita bread salad is loaded with toasted pita bread, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, and chickpeas. Yum!
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22
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Homemade Poppy Seed Dressing
This Strawberry Spinach Salad is full of delicious, fresh ingredients and topped with a creamy, sweet, and tangy poppy seed dressing. Beautiful and delicious!
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23
Orzo salad with tomatoes, basil and feta cheese
Light and refreshing orzo salad with tomatoes, basil and feta cheese is the perfect side dish or delicious main dish. It’s simple and so delicious!
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