Summer Salads You’ll Actually Crave

If you invite me to your summer BBQ, I will inevitably bring a salad with me. There is nothing better at a summer gathering than a great spread full of delicious side dishes. And these are some of my very favorites. They start with fresh summer produce and come together with delicious dressings that will have you coming back for thirds.

5 from 3 votes

Antipasto Salad

Antipasto Salad combines the best ingredients into a huge, delicious, mouthwatering salad. This is perfect to serve to guests or make into a weeknight meal.

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5 from 7 votes

Watermelon Salad

This Watermelon Salad makes the perfect easy summer side dish. With great fresh ingredients, this is exactly what you should bring to picnics and BBQs.

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5 from 1 vote

Greek Salad

This simple chopped Greek Salad is bursting with freshness. It is made with just a handful of ingredients, but they pair together in the most magical way.

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German Potato Salad

German Potato Salad is a classic side that you will absolutely love. The savory and sweet combine with the creamy potatoes and bacon dressing in the most beautiful way.

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5 from 2 votes

Cucumber Avocado Salad

Cucumber Avocado Salad is the perfect easy and light side dish. Made with fresh ingredients and a simple dressing, this is a great dish to bring to outdoor picnics and gatherings.

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Chickpea Salad

This delicious chickpea salad comes together in a snap and makes a great light lunch, side dish for dinner, or dish to pass. You will love the delightful simplicity of this wonderful recipe.

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5 from 1 vote

Easy Fruit Salad

This delicious and easy Fruit Salad comes together with a really simple glaze and is perfect for potlucks and brunch gatherings.

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5 from 9 votes

Cucumber Tomato Salad

This Cucumber Tomato Salad is the perfect easy summer side dish. It comes together with simple ingredients and a light dressing. This is delicious enough for entertaining but easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

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5 from 3 votes

Potato Salad

Potato Salad is a go-to potluck dish for good reason and this recipe is the best. Made with really simple ingredients, you will absolutely love this fantastic dish to pass.

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Broccoli Salad

Broccoli Salad is the perfect summer side dish. It is made with simple ingredients, comes together in a snap, and is absolutely delicious!

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Greek Panzanella Salad

This delicious Greek Panzanella Salad puts a Greek-inspired spin on a classic panzanella salad. It is comfort food and salad all at once in the perfect combination of flavors.

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5 from 1 vote

Coleslaw Recipe

This Coleslaw is going to be your new go to. Not only is it easy to make, but it has that classic taste that is exactly what you want in a good coleslaw recipe.

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5 from 1 vote

Strawberry Salad

This Strawberry Salad is easy to throw together but packed with tons of amazing flavor! It's easy enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to serve company!

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5 from 25 votes

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

Broccoli Cauliflower Salad is easy to throw together and so delicious. This is classic side dish recipe that is loved at family functions and picnics.

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5 from 14 votes

Italian Potato Salad

Italian Potato Salad is a family recipe I think you are going to fall in love with. Red potatoes combine with tomatoes, green peppers, red onions, and the simplest light dressing. It is easy to make and packed with flavor – perfect for family gatherings.

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5 from 27 votes

Mediterranean Salad

This Mediterranean Salad comes together with just a handful of ingredients for an easy chopped vegetable salad. This great salad recipe works as a side dish but also makes a great full meal.

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5 from 51 votes

Corn Salad

This easy Corn Salad recipe comes together with just a few ingredients and is absolutely delicious. Your family will love this on the side of burgers and this is great to bring to picnics and BBQs!

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