I make this salad using fresh tomatoes from my garden. The key is to let it marinate and chill for the flavors to blend.
Author: STACYLYNN130
My love for okra began as a child and continues to border on just this side of insanity. I love okra. As a young boy, I would smuggle a brown bag full of fried okra into the movies as my better-than-popcorn...
Author: Alexander Smalls
A perfect summer salad to share with friends and family over a picnic or for dinner. This whole food lentil salad recipe is super easy to make, plus it's vegan-friendly!
Author: Pooja Mottl
My husband kept talking about 'Freezer Slaw' that his mom made and I couldn't find a recipe for it and she couldn't find hers. Luckily, his aunt still had it! This is a great make-ahead slaw that stays...
Author: Gail
This is a great salad for the summer heat. It is light and very quick to make. And even my kids like it. Serve with French bread for a great combination.
Author: barbzal
I had this at a party and couldn't get it off my mind. It's a fruity Asian chicken salad that even my family's picky eaters enjoy. I bake my own chicken for more flavor, which adds to the prep time, but...
Author: KATRINP
Looking for a recipe to use radishes from my garden, I came across this salad at a local restaurant. It's so good, I had to share.
Author: lisascooking
Great-Grandma Maida Dixon made this salad for family gatherings. I think of her every time I make. It's sooo good. It needs to be placed in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld. It really is worth...
Author: Joan Long Dixon
This is an easy salad for hot summer nights, and actually it's great year-round. You can substitute cooked roast beef slices or shrimp for the chicken.
Author: Sherbg
A delicious pasta salad for salad or side dish that's not heavy, but delightful! Substitute halved grape tomatoes for the diced tomato for variety. This is great for if you need a fast pasta dish, but...
Author: Kim Samuels
This sweet and tangy summer salad of cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts with just a hint of heat is always a hit at picnics and potlucks since it doesn't need to be refrigerated and you're pretty much guaranteed...
Author: camp0433
Garden fresh basil and summer sweet cherry tomatoes make this pasta salad a warm season favorite. Takes only a few minutes to put together, a quick summertime meal.
Author: MARBALET
Quick and easy potato salad recipe with a lot of old-fashioned potato salad flavor. This will become a go-to summer side dish recipe. Better if made the day before.
Author: MRANDAL
This is an easy to prepare beet salad that goes great with any barbeque or summer picnic.
Author: Myra
A sweet macaroni salad just like Grandma used to make. The dressing is a good basic macaroni salad dressing that you can use with your own macaroni salad recipe. You must refrigerate for at least 4 hours...
Author: Hope
Italian bread and tomato salad! Capers work great in place of the olives too!
Author: veggiemom
Great for a potluck. Variations may include adding more veggies or using shrimp instead of chicken.
Author: Laurie Petrie
The key to this panzanella is frying the bread cubes in loads of olive oil in a skillet, which obviously makes them crispy. But the healthful fat also soaks into the bread cubes and renders them semi-waterproof,...
Author: Chef John
A creamy, yummy chicken salad that is a little different from the usual recipes.
Author: Janet Schaufele
I tried for years to duplicate the crab salad that was made in the seafood market i used to work for, but never could. However, I came up with this one and prefer it a whole lot more. My daughter will...
Author: Melissa Goff
Economical with a Mexican flair. Easy, easy, easy!
Author: smcvey
This is a nice change from the ordinary vegetable salads to accompany a turkey or ham dinner. The dressing on this salad makes a delicious marinade for broiled or grilled meats.
Author: TIA_DAWN
This pasta salad is quick and easy to make. The liquid from the marinated artichoke hearts makes an excellent dressing.
Author: Maryanne
This is a great salad for a buffet, with interesting textures and southwest flavors combined in one delicious salad. Leftovers store well refrigerated for several days.
Author: Anonymous
I was looking for a way to use raw beets and found a recipe online. I changed it a bit to use ingredients that I grow and use. It's so yummy and is so nutritious because the nutrition isn't cooked out...
Author: cheesemaker
This shredded carrot and apple salad is a delightful addition to your summer lunch.
Author: Alli Shircliff
My grandma used to make this carrot salad all the time and I loved it. Now I make it to honor her and it's almost as good as hers.
Author: Mrs. Wynkoop
This recipe was given to me by a vegan friend I had in college. It is the best bean salad I have ever tasted, and I love it because you can experiment with the ingredients and still have a mouth-watering...
Author: QUIRKYIQ
Yummy green feta salad, great for summer evenings! Add as many fruits and vegetables as you wish - I usually add pears or tangerines depending on the season.
Author: JESSPOOH
I've always doubled this recipe since our family of five loves it so much. I use chopped or sliced almonds.
Author: NORMAG
Every time I make this I get asked for the recipe. I keep it on a file in my computer so I can print and email it easily. To add heat it is also good with jalapenos. Serve with tortilla chips.
Author: abtomesh
I always get rave reviews when I serve this simple salad with a zesty poppy seed dressing! I often don't use the full amount of dressing, as I prefer less.
Author: Joni B.
The gorgeous colors of green, bright orange, purple, white, and red make this delicious salad so enticing! The combination of the sweet citrus taste with the tangy salad dressing is always a big hit with...
Author: Chef4Six
Whenever I make this salad for guests, I'm always asked for the recipe and my family always requests this. We call it 'The Good Salad.'
Author: CHRISTYG
Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
This is the best pasta salad I've ever eaten, and people request it frequently. It's a very easy, light-tasting side dish for a picnic or dinner.
Author: Irlandes
After trying a lot of complicated tuna salad recipes and not liking any of them, I finally created my own. Just the basics. Serve on bread, tortillas, or lettuce.
Author: DELANIA
This is a version of the classic broccoli salad with the addition of cauliflower. It can be prepared the day prior to serving, then served chilled or at room temperature. Pecans can be used instead of...
Author: Tom
Besides the variations on the dressing, I added feta cheese to the salad. It was scrumptious! Even spinach haters ate it up! I made this for a party and there were a lot more servings as a buffet item...
Author: Leslie
A wonderful, rich, anchovy dressing makes this salad a meal. Serve with crusty Italian Bread.
Author: Karen Weir
This is a twist on traditional ham salad recipes for those of you who prefer dill pickles over sweet. Serve on pumpernickel bread with fresh alfalfa sprouts!
Author: JennyB
Everything in this salad is fresh, except the bread! Prepare this salad by using a loaf of artisan bread or rosemary bread that is a touch stale. If your bread is too fresh, toast it until it is about...
Author: Tamara
It took a while to get this perfected so it tastes just like our favorite Mexican restaurant. This is a great change up to the ordinary chips and salsa. It goes great with chips or as a quesadilla topping....
Author: mommy
This Italian pasta salad is great to make for lunches or as a dinner on a summer night.
Author: Deanna
This sweet and crunchy salad is very kid friendly! I first tried this when I visited my family in Newfoundland, and managed to get a copy of the recipe. Make lots, there won't be any left over. Any kind...
Author: SARAH W
This is a delicious lentil salad, that keeps very well in the refrigerator.
Author: Candice