Summer Salad Recipes
Stay cool and refreshed with these easy and delicious summer salad recipes! From fresh fruit salads and grilled chicken salads to pasta salads, cucumber tomato salads, and light vinaigrette dressings, these recipes are perfect for BBQs, picnics, and healthy summer meals. Great for meal prep, potlucks, and warm-weather sides!
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Pear & Apple Broccoli Salad with Pecans + Blue Cheese
Fresh Pear Apple Broccoli Salad—crisp broccoli florets, juicy apples + pears, candied pecans and sharp blue-cheese crumbles, all tossed in a tangy homemade apple vinaigrette—for the perfect sweet-savory crunch at summer BBQs, potlucks or weeknight dinners. Quick to prep, mayo-free, and loaded with fruity, nutty flavor; pin now and keep this refreshing side on repeat! #PearAppleBroccoliSalad #BroccoliSalad #SummerSideDish #BBQRecipes #PotluckIdeas
Fresh Caprese Salad with Homemade Balsamic Glaze – A Simple Italian Classic!
This Classic Caprese Salad with a rich, homemade balsamic glaze is the ultimate summer side dish. Layered with fresh tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, it’s finished with a sweet and tangy glaze that ties it all together. Perfect for dinner parties, BBQs, or a light lunch! #CapreseSalad #BalsamicGlaze #SummerSalads #FreshRecipes #TomatoMozzarellaSalad
Pear Apple Broccoli Salad – Fresh, Crunchy & Naturally Sweet!
This Pear Apple Broccoli Salad is a crisp, refreshing twist on the classic. Packed with fresh broccoli, sweet apples, juicy pears, and crunchy candied pecans, it’s tossed in a light, tangy dressing—no mayo needed! Perfect for fall gatherings, BBQs, or healthy weekday sides. Naturally sweet, make-ahead friendly, and bursting with texture. #BroccoliSalad #PearAppleSalad #HealthySideDish #summersalad #FruitAndVeggieSalad #SunflowerSeeds
Strawberry Balsamic Salmon Salad: Fresh, Protein-Packed Summer Dinner
Oven-baked salmon, reimagined for summer. Featuring juicy fillets glazed with strawberry balsamic, on fresh greens with sliced strawberries, candied pecans, shallots, and crumbled feta. All the flavors and textures you love, in a quick, protein-packed salad.
Cucumber Broccoli Salad – Fresh, Crunchy & Perfect for Summer!
This Cucumber Broccoli Salad is a light, crisp, and refreshing side dish made with fresh broccoli florets, cool cucumber slices, and a flavorful dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, or healthy meal prep! Customize it with red onion, sunflower seeds, or a creamy or tangy vinaigrette. #CucumberBroccoliSalad #HealthySalad #SummerSideDish #BBQSalad #NoCookRecipe
Strawberry Balsamic Salmon Salad with Candied Pecans & Feta – Fresh & Flavorful
Glazing tender baked salmon with a strawberry balsamic reduction and serving it over spring greens, strawberries, candied pecans, and feta will give you the most irresistible salad, one that's both vibrantly fresh and perfectly balanced in flavor.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning
This homemade ranch seasoning is a flavorful blend of dried herbs and spices like parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and chives—perfect for mixing into dips, dressings, or sprinkling on snacks. Made without preservatives or fillers, this DIY ranch mix is a healthier and budget-friendly alternative to store-bought packets. Whether you're making ranch dressing, seasoned popcorn, or ranch roasted veggies, this easy ranch seasoning recipe is a pantry must-have!

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Chopped Antipasto Salad
This hearty chopped antipasto salad comes together with prosciutto, salami, and calabrese, mozzarella, pepperoncini, olives, tender artichoke hearts, and roasted bell peppers, all tossed in a homemade dressing. Great for meal prep or entertaining, it’s a refreshing option that holds up well in the fridge and delivers big flavor in every bite.
This classic Grape Salad Recipe is a spring and summer must make! Juicy green and purple grapes are tossed in an easy sweet and creamy dressing. So easy to make in just 10 minutes! #sidedish #recipe | easy recipes | fruit salad | green grapes | red grapes | summer recipes | easy side dish | dessert salad
Summer Tortellini Caprese Salad You Can Make in 20 Minutes
Looking for a fast and easy summer pasta salad? This tortellini Caprese salad is packed with flavor and made with just a few ingredients—cheese tortellini, baby spinach, juicy tomatoes, and mozzarella balls. A cold, make-ahead pasta salad finished with balsamic glaze. Perfect for beginners and always a crowd-pleaser!
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