These Healthy Summer Salads are all easy to make salad recipes that are tasty, healthy and feature fresh summer produce.
Whether you are looking for a light side salad to serve at a barbecue party, or a healthy summer salad for dinner, this list of salad recipes has you covered!
If you are looking for more summer salad recipes, try one of these Strawberry Summer Salads or these Summer Pasta Salads.
Healthy Summer Salads
This Peach and Goat Cheese Salad is an easy copycat recipe of one of Sweetgreen’s tastiest seasonal salads. It’s made with peaches, goat cheese, greens, cucumber, mint, basil and chopped almonds.
This Kale Crunch Salad is an easy and healthy side salad recipe that is perfect for summer. It’s a simple kale and cabbage salad topped with an apple dijon vinaigrette that takes only a few minutes to make.
This Blueberry Goat Cheese Salad is an easy summer salad that is perfect to make during blueberry season. Made with blueberries, goat cheese, spinach and toasted walnuts. Then topped with a maple balsamic vinaigrette.
This Blueberry Summer Cobb Salad is made with corn, blueberries, zucchini, and tomatoes for a seasonal variation. Grilled chicken and corn make this perfect for a summer dinner or backyard barbecue party.
This Italian pasta salad is filled with fresh summer vegetables and doesn’t use any meat or dairy. It’s perfect served warm and fresh, or chilled and served cold. It’s also a great recipe for meal prep, picnics, or lunches on the go.
This Mediterranean Green Bean Salad is made with kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese and topped with a zesty dressing. This healthy side dish is perfect for warm, summer weather.
This vibrant lemon herb pearl couscous salad features a fresh mix of crisp vegetables tossed in a zesty, homemade lemon vinaigrette.
This Zucchini Carpaccio is an impressive looking zucchini side salad that is ready in 10 minutes. Thin- sliced zucchini ribbons are drizzled with a simple lemon vinaigrette and finished off with fresh in-season toppings.
This Easy Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad with Croutons is a fresh, flavorful, and crunchy tossed veggie salad that pairs well with just about any meal. Made with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy feta, this 15-minute Greek salad recipe is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or starter. The crispy air fryer croutons add the perfect texture, making it a satisfying and wholesome dish you’ll want to make on repeat—especially during the summer months!
This Salmon Nicoise Salad is full of fresh and healthy ingredients including juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp-tender green beans, cucumber, hard-boiled eggs, Niçoise olives, and of course tuna, or in this case, salmon. Everything is dressed with a simple vinaigrette dressing.
This Prawn & Avocado Salad is a light, healthy dish for lunch or dinner. This salad is a great way to incorporate healthy fats, lean protein, and fresh veggies. It's low in carbs and packed with nutrients, making it an excellent option for healthy eating.
This Eggplant & Lettuce Salad is made with air-fried eggplant, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Topped with a yogurt-based zesty creamy dressing, this easy summer salad is definitely a keeper!
This Summer Melon Salad is made with baby arugula, sweet diced watermelon, juicy cantaloupe, creamy feta and salty pistachios. Drizzled with a simple white balsamic vinaigrette for a summertime favorite!
This Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad is the perfect balanced salad, with sweet strawberries, crunchy cucumber, fresh herbs, sweet and sharp pickled onions, walnuts, tangy goat cheese, and a creamy balsamic dressing. You will be eating this one all summer long.
Fresh, flavorful, and easy to make, this Green Goddess Salad features greens, avocado, chicken, and a creamy homemade dressing.
This Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad is loaded with delicious grilled vegetables, parmesan cheese and homemade balsamic vinaigrette
This Santa Fe Salad is what dreams are made of! It’s loaded with juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, avocado, corn, and black beans, and pairs perfectly with Southwest dressing. It’s protein-rich and full of flavor!
Celebrate the bounty of summer with this beautiful Farmer's Market Salad featuring golden beets, heirloom tomatoes, radishes, and snap peas topped with a homemade avocado herb dressing.
There is nothing quite as beautiful as a Summer Fruit Salad, and on these hot July days, this Fruit Salad With Lime Mint Dressing is absolutely perfect. The vibrant colors and sweet flavors are an excellent addition to any meal.
This Summer Quinoa Salad is what all your warm weather days have been looking for! It’s packed with tender roasted summer squash and zucchini then tossed in a vibrant lemon basil vinaigrette. It’s fresh, super easy to throw together, and perfect for all your summer lunches, potlucks, and picnics!
This roasted pepper salad brings together smoky grilled bell peppers, bright, fresh arugula, and a simple vinaigrette for a light, flavor-packed dish perfect for summer meals.
Transport yourself to Hawaii with this easy, 10-minute tofu watercress salad! The peppery notes of watercress pair beautifully with soft cubes of fried tofu, crunchy beansprouts, juicy tomatoes, and punchy onions. However, what brings the recipe to life is the tangy, nutty dressing that combines the best of sweet, sour, savoury, and salty.
Get ready for summer weather with this all-time favorite Grilled Steak Salad recipe! Featuring juicy grilled sirloin, peppery arugula, crunchy romaine & cucumbers, sweet tomatoes, creamy avocado, piquant red onion, and tangy blue cheese crumbles all tossed in a homemade basil vinaigrette, this deliciously filling entrée salad is a colorful celebration on a plate.
Also known as courgette salad, zucchini feta salad tastes like summer and is the best hot weather zucchini recipe! A fresh, light and sunny lemon dressing elevates the humble zucchini to star status with feta and hazelnuts and takes less than 15 minutes to make.
This Tomato salad is an easy, quick, and healthy side dish for any occasion! It’s packed with ripe juicy tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and fresh fragrant basil. Tossed and marinated with a simple vinaigrette it is a must-have for summer BBQs, cookouts, and potlucks!
This Strawberry Asparagus Salad will brighten your day and leave your taste buds dancing. It's a hearty, healthy, and truly delicious summer salad recipe that you’ll want to make again and again.
This Strawberry Salmon Summer Salad is made with pan-seared salmon, fresh berries, and a sweet poppy seed dressing. This salad is the a perfect summer entrée or lunch recipe!
This Peach Panzanella Salad is a vibrant combination of fresh summer produce. This Tuscan bread salad features olive oil toasted croutons that are tossed with heirloom tomatoes, juicy peaches, raw corn, red onion, garlic and basil. The salad is finished with shavings of Parmesan cheese and tossed in a simple white balsamic vinaigrette.
A garden salad can easily be a meal in itself. Enjoy this fresh and healthy, Italian style garden salad with a piece of cheese, and slice of crusty bread and you’re all set.
Fresh, crisp, and delightfully simple, this cucumber and carrot salad adds bright flavors to any meal. The ginger dressing offers a gentle zing balanced by a touch of sweetness, making every bite satisfyingly refreshing. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or a lively side dish. There are no fancy steps required, and it's ready to eat in minutes.
This Apple Strawberry Salad is sweet, crisp, and tangy—fancy-looking but effortless, perfect for warm days or whenever you want something fresh and easy.
If you love avocado and vegetables together, then this easy summer salad might be perfect for you! Delicious and always fresh, this salad is packed with healthy nutrients that you need every single day. Plus, it’s ready in only 5 minutes!
This Roasted Beet Watermelon Salad is not only colorful, it's also packed with delicious textures and flavors. Creamy goat cheese is a great contrast to the earthy beets and peppery arugula, and the juicy watermelon adds just the right amount of sweetness.
This easy Japanese Summer Salad is a light and refreshing dish with a delicious dressing made from onions. It can be made vegetarian or bulked up with crab sticks. It goes well with spinach, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, and more.
Made with cucumber, red bell pepper, parsley, quinoa, and chickpeas with a homemade lemon dressing, this Lemony Quinoa Chickpea Salad is the perfect light and healthy side dish for picnics, BBQ’s, and meal prep!
When it comes to great tasting & easy side salads, this 5 minute, 4 ingredient recipe for Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes is the best. Fresh summer ingredients and store-bought balsamic vinaigrette dressing makes this salad burst with flavor and texture, that everyone is sure to enjoy.
This Black Garlic Roasted Chicken Summer Salad is made with all the summery flavors of fresh sweetcorn, juicy peaches and sun ripened tomatoes in a bowl with delicious black garlic roasted chicken. Topped with crunchy croutons that soak up all the chicken juices and creamy, fresh goats’ cheese.
This wonderfully simple and delicious Greek salad is beloved across Southern Europe. There’s nothing better for the summer season than a refreshing blend of colorful vegetables, diced feta, olive oil, and a sprinkle of oregano—all evoking thoughts of vacation instantly.
This Sweet Pepper Cucumber Crunch Salad is a healthy take on the popular cucumber salad. This spicy cucumber salad is packed full of fresh vegetables and flavorful sauces. It only takes about 10 minutes to make, and it's absolutely delicious!
This Cod Ceviche Salad is a perfect light salad for warm summer days. The cod is ‘cooked’ in lime juice with a small chopped red onion, some chili flakes, watermelon, avocado and fresh mint leaves. It is super easy to make and is sure to impress your guests!
This is the Best Watermelon Salad you'll find - a refreshing and vibrant combination of juicy watermelon, tangy feta cheese and aromatic herbs with a perfect Lime-Cilantro Vinaigrette.
This Arugula Nectarine Salad with fresh basil dressing is a gorgeous and delicious option for summer! The colors and flavors will definitely brighten up your menu. It’s incredibly easy to make, and it all comes together in less than 15 minutes!
This Prosciutto Melon Salad with Mozzarella and Arugula is a perfect summer salad! Classic Italian flavors of cantaloupe melon and prosciutto ham are highlighted in this arugula salad with mozzarella cheese.
This easy Cilantro Chicken Salad recipe is ready in 20 minutes. With plenty of veggies and a creamy homemade dressing of greek yogurt, avocado, and cilantro. Perfect for busy summer evenings!
Brighten up your dinner menu with this fresh Summer Cobb Salad. Crunchy romaine is layered with tender bites of chicken, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, smoky bacon, and tangy blue cheese. Drizzle it with a creamy basil dressing for an absolutely crave-worthy meal.
Fresh sweet corn and cherry tomatoes are the base for this easy as can be Summer Corn Salad. A simple lime vinaigrette brightens up the flavors in this healthy side dish.
This Watermelon Jalapeño Salad combines juicy pieces of watermelon, charred corn, fresh herbs, and crushed corn nuts in a spicy lime dressing. It's a refreshing and flavorful vegan side dish for a hot summer day!
A delicious strawberry spinach salad recipe with a fabulous secret-ingredient —sweet onion poppyseed dressing! This is sure to be one of your favorite summer salad recipes.
This healthy, Watermelon Basil Salad is fresh and fruity with a great combination of textures and flavors. It’s served over a bed of leafy greens and topped with a refreshing homemade, watermelon reduction vinaigrette.
If you like fresh, vibrant salads with a mix of sweet and savory, this Mediterranean Honey Halloumi Salad is a great one to try. It’s made with pan-seared halloumi cheese, juicy peach, crisp cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and arugula, all tossed together with a sweet-sour dressing made from honey, lemon, and pomegranate molasses.
This Strawberry Cucumber Salad is one of the best refreshing summer delights! It’s a vibrant salad that combines juicy strawberries and crisp cucumbers with a sweet and tangy dressing, thanks to the blend of the honey and apple cider vinegar which creates a delicious burst of flavor in every bite.
A beautiful salad with juicy cantaloupe, briny feta cheese crumbles, nutty crushed pistachios, crisp cucumbers, fresh basil and mint and a light olive oil, lime and honey dressing.
Warm spices and hearty proteins meet cool fruit and creamy avocado in this Strawberry Spinach Salad with Chicken & Chickpeas. Poppyseed dressing brings everything together, making this a great filling dinner salad to enjoy all summer.
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest with our Summer Berry Salad, perfect for those warm, sunny days. This refreshing salad is a celebration of the season’s best berries, with a sweet honey and citrus kick. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch on the patio – it’s your new go-to summer dish!
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