35+ Summer Salad Recipes

Burger Bowl Recipe

Skip the bun but keep all the flavor. This burger bowl piles seasoned ground beef over crisp greens and finishes with a creamy, tangy sauce. Top it your way for a meal that’s totally customizable.

Find the full Burger Bowl Recipe here.

Tuna and Bean Salad

This tuna and bean salad comes together in minutes using simple pantry staples. Tossed with a bright, herb-flecked dressing, it’s crisp, creamy, and surprisingly elegant.

Find the full Tuna and Bean Salad recipe here.

Grilled Zucchini Salad

Summer produce shines in this Greek-inspired salad with grilled zucchini, peaches, tomatoes, and feta. Serve it as a side, pile it on toast, or finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Find the full Grilled Zucchini Salad recipe here.

Best Italian Pasta Salad

Loaded with deli favorites and tossed in a homemade pesto vinaigrette, this pasta salad is in a league of its own. It’s bold, colorful, and guaranteed to be the star of any barbecue or potluck.

Find the full Best Italian Pasta Salad recipe here.

Epic Bacon Wedge Salad Board

Turn wedge salad into a crowd-pleasing centerpiece with this build-your-own board. Crispy bacon, chilled iceberg, creamy dressings, and all the fixings let everyone make their perfect bite.

Find the full Epic Bacon Wedge Salad Board recipe here.

Easy 4-Ingredient Fruit Salad Platter (with Pineapple Boat)

Fresh, colorful, and ridiculously easy, this fruit salad uses just four ingredients. Served in a hollowed-out pineapple boat, it makes a stunning centerpiece for any summer gathering.

Find the full Easy 4-Ingredient Fruit Salad Platter recipe here.

Sunflower Crunch Salad

Broccoli, bell pepper, red onion, apricots, bacon, and sunflower seeds come together in a creamy jalapeño dressing. Enjoy it as a side dish or a hearty light meal.

Find the full Sunflower Crunch Salad recipe here.

Iceberg Salad Recipe

Bright, crunchy, and packed with Italian flair, this iceberg salad comes together in just 10-15 minutes. It’s the perfect light side for pizza nights or summer dinners.

Find the full Iceberg Salad Recipe here.

Summer Orzo Salad With Burrata

Roasted tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh spinach, and plenty of herbs make this orzo salad taste like summer in every bite. Make it ahead for your next cookout and watch it disappear.

Find the full Summer Orzo Salad With Burrata recipe here.

Pancetta Arugula Salad

Try this easy salad made with peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, crunchy pancetta, and fresh lemon. It’s light, delicious, and pairs beautifully with pasta, chicken, steak, or soup.

Find the full Pancetta Arugula Salad recipe here.

Watermelon Burrata Salad

This unique summer salad combines watermelon, burrata, kalamata olives, almonds, cucumber, and fresh basil. A drizzle of honey makes it refreshing, light, and utterly delicious.

Read the full Watermelon Burrata Salad recipe here.

Mediterranean Salmon Salad

Baked or leftover salmon meets fresh garden vegetables in this year-round favorite. Cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and artichoke hearts complete the dish.

Check out the full Mediterranean Salmon Salad here.

Zesty Quinoa Salad

Tossed with a bright lemon honey vinaigrette, this herbed quinoa salad works as a side dish or a full meal. It’s light and zesty on its own, but even better the next day. Try it with chicken or steak for lunch.

Find the full Zesty Quinoa Salad recipe here.

Pea and Asparagus Salad

Crisp-tender peas and asparagus sit atop soft butter lettuce with a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. Red onion, peppery radishes, and creamy goat cheese finish this creamy, tangy dish.

Find the full Pea and Asparagus Salad recipe here.

Green Salad with Apples

Crisp apple slices, soft goat cheese, dried cranberries, and crunchy hazelnuts are tossed in a sharp-sweet maple vinaigrette. The stunning red-and-green contrast makes it pop on the table, perfect for those special occasions. 

See the full Green Salad with Apples recipe here.

Avocado Strawberry Steak Salad

Grilled flank steak shines alongside fresh strawberries, avocado, goat cheese, and a sprinkle of pistachios. This salad is as delicious as it is pretty to look at.

Read the full Avocado Strawberry Steak Salad recipe here.

Hot Chicken Salad Recipe

Hot Chicken Salad is a nostalgic casserole that brings back all the cozy, comforting flavors of the 1980s. Tender chicken, crisp celery, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing come together under a golden blanket of crushed potato chips that bake into the perfect crunchy topping.

Find the full Hot Chicken Salad recipe here.

Pickled Mango Cucumber Salad

This fresh summer salad is fantastic with Thai food, spring rolls, or any Asian cuisine. Add noodles or chicken and serve it with your favorite curry for an easy meal.

Check out the full Pickled Mango Cucumber Salad recipe here.

Burrata Melon Strawberry Salad

Arugula, creamy burrata, sweet melon, and ripe strawberries come together with just a drizzle of olive oil and fresh cracked pepper. This is summer in a bowl.

Discover the full Burrata Melon Strawberry Salad recipe here.

Peach Waldorf Salad Recipe

This twist on the classic Waldorf swaps apples for fresh summer peaches and adds a sweet Greek yogurt sauce. You can also toss in apples, chicken, or your favorite herbs for summer entertaining.

Find the full Peach Waldorf Salad Recipe here.

Marinated Chickpea Tuna Salad

Bright, vinegary, and full of protein, this tuna salad is perfect to make ahead for lunch or a picnic. It’s inexpensive, easy, and the flavors only get better as they sit.

Read the full Marinated Chickpea Tuna Salad recipe here.

Bacon Corn Salad

Bacon Corn Salad is served warm as a side dish or appetizer with chips. It’s loaded with fresh sweet corn, crisp and salty bacon, shallots, lemon and chives, and takes only minutes to make.

Read the full Bacon Corn Salad recipe here.

Linguine Salad

Loaded with cucumber, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, this easy linguine salad tastes like summer. The dressing is a little shortcut, but with all that flavor, no one will mind.

Follow the full Linguine Salad recipe here.

Salami Salad

This Italian chopped salad brims with salami, chickpeas, cheese, and spicy sweet peppers. A zesty vinaigrette ties it all together. Serve with hot crunchy bread and your favorite Italian dish.

Follow the Salami Salad recipe here.

Greenhouse Salad

Packed with flavor, color, and crunch, this easy salad proves greens don’t have to be boring. A zesty citrusy dressing ties everything together for salad lovers and skeptics alike.

Find the full Greenhouse Salad recipe here.

Greek Peasant Salad

Fresh summer cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion meet creamy feta, kalamata olives, and herbs in a simple Greek vinaigrette. This salad screams summer and is a hit at every party.

Discover the full Greek Peasant Salad recipe here.

Blueberry Spinach Salad

My go-to party salad features fresh spinach, blueberries, red onion, toasted pecans, and goat cheese with a red onion dressing. It’s delicious for lunch, dinner, or any special occasion.

Find the full Blueberry Spinach Salad here.

Caprese Orzo Salad

You can’t beat tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella, especially when paired with fun, tiny orzo. This easy salad doubles for a crowd and works as a side dish or light entree any time of year.

Follow this Caprese Orzo Salad recipe here.

Kale Crunch Salad

Garlic, shallots, pine nuts, sweet red peppers, and curly kale are tossed in a lemon-Parmesan dressing. This kale crunch salad is simple, bold, and satisfying.

See this Kale Crunch Salad recipe here.

Mexican Tuna Salad

A creamy yogurt-mayo base meets black beans, corn, red pepper, cilantro, and lime for bold flavor and irresistible texture. This refreshing salad transforms pantry staples into a party appetizer or meal in minutes.

Find the full Mexican Tuna Salad recipe here.

Spaghetti Pasta Salad (with Italian Dressing)

Packed with fresh garden vegetables, Parmesan, and zesty homemade Italian dressing, this cold spaghetti salad gets better as it sits. It’s a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing dish for hot summer days.

Follow the Spaghetti Pasta Salad recipe here.

Fruit Salad with Poppyseed Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and sweet, this fruit salad comes together in just 15 minutes. The luscious sour cream and maple dressing studded with poppy seeds makes it an irresistible side or dessert for summer parties or potlucks.

Find the full Fruit Salad with Poppyseed Dressing recipe here.

Summer Slaw

Mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and cabbage come together in a light dressing for this refreshing summer slaw. It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any warm-weather party.

Read the full Summer Slaw recipe here.

Summer Avocado Pasta Salad

Sweet tomatoes, fresh peas, dill, bacon, and chunks of avocado are tossed in a creamy homemade dressing. Make it ahead for a summer picnic or lunch. 

See the full Summer Avocado Pasta Salad here.

Mango Cucumber Summer Slaw

Cool crisp cucumbers, sweet ripe mango, and finely chopped veggies are tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. This gorgeous slaw takes just 15 minutes and is perfect for hot weather entertaining.

Follow this Mango Cucumber Summer Slaw recipe here.

Summer Corn Tomato Salad

Fresh and light, this quick corn and tomato salad is ideal for BBQs and gatherings. A creamy lime dressing and fresh cilantro give it the perfect kick.

Find the full Summer Corn Tomato Salad recipe here.

Loaded Broccoli Salad

Packed with cauliflower, bacon, onions, cheese, and more, this broccoli salad has a sweet yogurt-based dressing. It’s a crisp, creamy, crowd-pleasing potluck salad your family will love any time of year.

Find the full Loaded Broccoli Salad recipe here.

Arugula Burrata Salad (with Honey Lemon Dressing)

Creamy burrata, peppery arugula, sweet tomatoes, and juicy strawberries come together effortlessly. A quick honey lemon dressing and candied pecans add the perfect finishing crunch.

Find the full Arugula Burrata Salad recipe here.

Mix things up and pair some of these summer salad recipes with my Pineapple Salad Dressing, Caesar Salad Dressing without Mayo, and Orange Juice Salad Dressing.