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  6. 34 Salads You'll Want to Make All Summer Long

34 Salads You'll Want to Make All Summer Long

June 15, 2021
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Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad
Credit: Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh

These healthy salad recipes put the spotlight on summer's most delicious produce. Corn, tomatoes, watermelon and strawberries all get a chance to shine in these salads. Recipes like Ensaladang Mais (Grilled Corn Salad) and Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad will be fun, fresh additions to your summer salad rotation.

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Watermelon, Cucumber & Feta Salad

Watermelon, Cucumber Feta Salad
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Here's a healthy salad recipe to make at the height of summer when watermelon and cucumbers are at their juiciest and most flavorful. Feta adds the perfect creamy, salty, tangy edge, and mint makes this salad taste even brighter. This is one easy side salad you'll want to serve at all your summer BBQs.

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Avocado & Corn Salad

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In this fresh summer salad recipe, sweet corn and honey balance nicely with tomatoes, avocado and lime juice. Bring it along to your next summer picnic or pair it with grilled shrimp or chicken for an easy weeknight meal.

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Cucumber & Avocado Salad

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This healthy cucumber-avocado salad takes just five minutes to prep. Lime juice and fresh herbs boost the bright flavors in this crunchy and creamy salad that's a perfect side dish for grilled chicken, fish or steak. This recipe calls for an English cucumber, which doesn't have to be peeled, but regular cucumbers work well too--just peel them before slicing.

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Summer Shrimp Salad

Summer Shrimp Salad
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Use an array of colorful tomatoes to make this healthy shrimp salad pop. Cooking the shrimp with fresh herbs and garlic infuses them with flavor without coming off too strong for a light dinner salad that's perfect for summer entertaining.

 

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Ensaladang Mais (Grilled Corn Salad)

Ensaladang Mais (Grilled Corn Salad)
Credit: Jenny Huang
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The Spanish introduced the cultivation of corn to the Filipino island of Cebu in the 1700s. This propelled the vegetable to staple status not just in that province, but throughout the country. Yana Gilbuena features this dish in her pop-up kamayan dinners showcasing her culture's cuisine.

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Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad

Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad
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This juicy salad is the perfect snack in the height of summer when tomatoes and peaches are at their best.

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Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette

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Seek out several varieties of heirloom tomatoes for this simple salad. Sweeter and juicier than conventional tomatoes, they add the perfect pop of color.

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Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Salad with Caramelized Lemon Dressing

Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Salad with Caramelized Lemon Dressing
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When tomatoes and eggplant come into season, the team at Stone Acres Farm in Stonington, Connecticut, combines them in as many ways as possible. This salad is a celebration of these two vegetables. Caramelizing the lemon halves and squeezing their juice into the vinaigrette adds a level of depth you just wouldn't get from straight-up lemon juice. Serve with grilled bread so you can enjoy every bit of the delicious dressing.

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Arugula, Chicken & Melon Salad with Sumac Dressing

Arugula, Chicken & Melon Salad with Sumac Dressing
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Sweet and savory find harmony in this salad dotted with ripe melon and tossed in a lemony dressing. Melon balls are so adorable but making them leaves some fruit behind—whir up those leftovers into a smoothie.

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Spicy Tomato & Seaweed Salad

Spicy Tomato & Seaweed Salad
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Adjust the heat in this spicy tomato salad by using a milder pepper or just using a little less of a hot one. Sesame oil, tamari and seaweed add lots of umami and nutty flavor to a fresh tomato.

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Chopped Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Lemon

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It doesn't get easier than a cucumber and tomato summer salad! Fresh cucumber and juicy ripe tomatoes are all you need to really make this salad shine. Marinating cucumbers and tomatoes in vinegar with a touch of lemon zest infuses the dish with tangy citrus flavor.

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Crab Louie Salad

Crab Louie Salad
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At the Bayside Cafe in Morro Bay, California, this classic West Coast salad is made with Dungeness crab caught in the coastal waters. Lump crabmeat is a good substitute.

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Japanese Cucumber Salad

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This Japanese-inspired cool, crisp salad is as elegant and well balanced as it is simple.

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Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad

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In this easy cherry tomato salad, the fresh herbs and bright dressing highlight the natural sweetness of the summery tomatoes. Elevate the look of this easy salad by using multicolored tomatoes if you can find them.

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Watermelon & Arugula Salad

Watermelon & Arugula Salad
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This simple watermelon and arugula salad is slightly sweet, which mellows the peppery arugula. The basil works beautifully with both the arugula and the watermelon, and the briny, salty feta cheese is the perfect complement to the rest of the flavors.

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Grilled Corn Salad with Chili-Miso Dressing

Grilled Corn Salad with Chili-Miso Dressing
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Serve this Asian salad with grilled steak, chicken or firm white fish like halibut. You can also double the recipe and bring it to your next potluck. If you can find tatsoi, a peppery Asian leafy green, use it instead of mild-mannered spinach. Store-bought Thai sweet chili sauce and umami-packed white miso build fast flavor in this easy summer salad.

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Tropical Cucumber Salad

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Combine cucumber, avocado and mango with a salty-sweet dressing for a taste of the tropics.

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Watermelon, Orange & Cucumber Salad with Castelvetrano Olive Vinaigrette

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This easy and superfast salad is incredibly refreshing, thanks to juicy watermelon and oranges! The Castelvetrano olives lend a briny hit, while the herbs add lots of delicious depth to the salad. Pair this colorful salad with grilled shrimp or chicken.

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Cobb Salad with Herb-Rubbed Chicken

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Try this satisfying salad recipe for an updated version of the classic Cobb. Kale, feta and strawberries give this chicken salad a colorful upgrade.

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Green Salad with Peaches, Feta & Mint Vinaigrette

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This healthy side salad recipe follows one of the essential formulas for great salads: tossing bitter greens with sweet fruit, crunchy toasted nuts and salty cheese. Melons are a good alternative to the stone fruit later in the summer, or try dried apricots during the winter months.

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Shrimp Cobb Salad with Dijon Dressing

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We've replaced chicken with shrimp in this delicious and easy spin on the classic Cobb salad. This satisfying salad takes just 20 minutes to make, so it's perfect for weeknight dinners, but it's elegant enough to serve to guests.

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Pineapple & Avocado Salad

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This refreshing, simple Cuban salad recipe captures the flavors of the tropics. Serve alongside spiced chicken or pork, with rice and beans.

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Spring Roll Salad

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All the tastes, color and fun of a spring roll without all the work! This healthy salad recipe is bursting with the colors of rainbow from generous amounts of fresh vegetables, shrimp and whole grains all topped with a peanut dressing for the ultimate satisfying salad.

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Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad

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This healthy summer salad is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, pork or fish or as part of a vegetarian spread. If you can't find Campari tomatoes or Persian cucumbers, feel free to swap them for whatever variety looks the best at your farmers' market.

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Grilled Romaine with Avocado-Lime Dressing

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Romaine lettuce takes on a nice charred, smoky flavor with a quick trip to the grill in this healthy wedge salad recipe. Avocado makes the dressing extra-creamy without any cream. Serve alongside grilled chicken or fish.

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Grilled Salmon Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette

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Homemade raspberry dressing? You bet. Prep it a day ahead and this easy salmon salad will come together in no time.

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Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette

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For this fast salad recipe, we top summer's ripest tomatoes with a bold tomato-based dressing for good measure. Serve as a light lunch with whole-grain toast or pair with grilled steak and chicken for dinner.

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Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata

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For a gorgeous take on a classic caprese, make this healthy salad recipe with heirloom tomatoes in various colors, shapes and sizes. Swapping regular mozzarella for creamy burrata makes this summer salad even more special--but it's still incredibly easy to make.

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Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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In this watermelon and goat cheese salad, the contrasting flavors and textures of crisp, sweet melon and creamy, tangy goat cheese are magical partners. Top with sliced grilled chicken to make it a meal.

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Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad

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This refreshing salad, made with cantaloupe and cucumbers, is the perfect summer dish for any occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for any occasion.

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Cantaloupe, Arugula & Goat Cheese Salad

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Buy a melon that feels heavy for its size and smells slightly sweet. Picking a ripe one ensures the right balance of flavors in this arugula and goat cheese salad.

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Summer Succotash Salad

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This summer salad is based on the Southern favorite, succotash, and is a fresh-tasting combination of butter beans, corn, summer squash and tomatoes. Butter beans, the same species as lima beans, are the bean of choice in the South. When they're in season you may be able to find them fresh—shell them yourself. Or use frozen butter beans, baby lima beans or even edamame.

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Summer Garden Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

<p>In summer, when your garden is producing lots of fresh vegetables and herbs, whip up this fresh and healthy salad. Crisp-tender corn and beans, crunchy cucumber, and sweet cherry tomatoes are combined in a heavenly basil vinaigrette, resulting in a gorgeous and delicious side that works well with any main dish.</p>
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In summer, when your garden is producing lots of fresh vegetables and herbs, whip up this fresh and healthy salad. Crisp-tender corn and beans, crunchy cucumber, and sweet cherry tomatoes are combined in a heavenly basil vinaigrette, resulting in a gorgeous and delicious side that works well with any main dish.

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BLT Cups

<p>Make over classic BLT sandwiches into low-carb&mdash;and company-worthy&mdash;salad cups.</p>
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Make over classic BLT sandwiches into low-carb—and company-worthy—salad cups.

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    1 of 34 Watermelon, Cucumber & Feta Salad
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    4 of 34 Summer Shrimp Salad
    5 of 34 Ensaladang Mais (Grilled Corn Salad)
    6 of 34 Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad
    7 of 34 Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
    8 of 34 Roasted Eggplant & Tomato Salad with Caramelized Lemon Dressing
    9 of 34 Arugula, Chicken & Melon Salad with Sumac Dressing
    10 of 34 Spicy Tomato & Seaweed Salad
    11 of 34 Chopped Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Lemon
    12 of 34 Crab Louie Salad
    13 of 34 Japanese Cucumber Salad
    14 of 34 Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad
    15 of 34 Watermelon & Arugula Salad
    16 of 34 Grilled Corn Salad with Chili-Miso Dressing
    17 of 34 Tropical Cucumber Salad
    18 of 34 Watermelon, Orange & Cucumber Salad with Castelvetrano Olive Vinaigrette
    19 of 34 Cobb Salad with Herb-Rubbed Chicken
    20 of 34 Green Salad with Peaches, Feta & Mint Vinaigrette
    21 of 34 Shrimp Cobb Salad with Dijon Dressing
    22 of 34 Pineapple & Avocado Salad
    23 of 34 Spring Roll Salad
    24 of 34 Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad
    25 of 34 Grilled Romaine with Avocado-Lime Dressing
    26 of 34 Grilled Salmon Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
    27 of 34 Heirloom Tomato Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
    28 of 34 Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
    29 of 34 Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
    30 of 34 Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad
    31 of 34 Cantaloupe, Arugula & Goat Cheese Salad
    32 of 34 Summer Succotash Salad
    33 of 34 Summer Garden Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
    34 of 34 BLT Cups

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