The Best Summer Salad Recipes

If you are looking for a summer salad for your next BBQ, picnic, cookout or potluck, then check out these recipe ideas!

There are lots of different salad ideas here including pasta salads, bean salads and others with mixed greens, other vegetables and more!

Mandarin Orange and Spinach Salad

This bright and fresh salad recipe is filled with spinach, celery, green onions, mandarin oranges and candied almonds.
Classic Macaroni Salad

A simple macaroni salad that is perfect for a summer picnic, BBQ, church potluck or family reunion!
Zucchini and Yellow Squash Salad

This salad is perfect for a summer BBQ or picnic. So good with the crumbled feta!
Thai Green Papaya Salad

Thai green papaya salad recipe with grape tomatoes, peanuts, long green beans, thai basil, cilantro and a dressing made of lime juice, oil, fish sauce, sugar, thai chilies.
Fiesta Salad

For more that 10 years, this salad has been one of my most requested dishes anytime I am bringing something to a pot luck or party. It is so good!
California Pasta Salad

Cold summer pasta salad recipe with zucchini, tomatoes, red onion, black olives and Italian dressing. Easy to make and perfect for picnics and great with grilled chicken, burgers, ribs and more!
Cucumber Caprese Salad

This simple salad can be made in minutes and is filled with bright flavours. It is perfect for a summer BBQ and great alongside salmon, chicken and so much more!
Homemade Greek Salad with Dressing

This Greek salad is so good, packed with fresh ingredients, and especially delicious with a homemade vinaigrette. Serve with souvlaki, grilled chicken and so much more!
Bean Salad

This classic bean salad is easy to make and perfect for picnics, family gatherings and pot luck meals. It is even better the second day because the beans marinated longer in the fridge.
Chicken, Cranberry, Pecan and Orzo Salad with a Lemon Vinaigrette

This pasta salad is packed with so many ingredients that every bite is an adventure. Perfect for a summer BBQ, church pot luck, and even a holiday family dinner!
Asian Chicken Salad

Asian chicken salad recipe including Chinese lettuce (nappa), green onions, chicken, carrots and peanuts with an Asian vinaigrette made with sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar and more.
Apricot Cashew and Coconut Spring Mix Salad

A fresh and healthy salad packed with ingredients! It is easy to make and perfect for lunches or dinner.

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