This is a healthy, sweet, and even seasonal dish! It can be made for 4th of July instead of coleslaw, and it's perfect for a cool afternoon picnic!
Author: TheGlamChef
This salad is going to be in the Allrecipes Hall of Fame one day! My friend Ali made this refreshing summer salad for me, which is even better a few days later. Tortellini, a great vinaigrette, baby spinach,...
Author: Jamie Hensley
White asparagus has a much milder taste and works well with the sweet fruitiness of strawberries. This salad is served with a creamy yogurt-mayo dressing with orange juice.
Author: Tinkerbell
This is an awesome salad!! Very refreshing with peas, cucumber, and cheese. Super easy to make also!
Author: gumball
If you are looking for an ideal side dish for your curry buffet, try this out! Your guests will be impressed! No one can resist this 'Thai' style salad!
Author: Serena Liew
A very simple, very delicious salad, that makes a perfect starter for dinner parties.
Author: AUSSIEBEAR
This is a layer salad. Just add the ingredients as listed and then toss at the table. I tend to change things up based on the ingredients I have in the house so the ingredients can vary. I use whatever...
Author: Pamela Allen Kennedy
This is a creamy combination of fresh and pickled cucumbers. It is simple, cool, and goes with everything!
Author: Eva Ryder
There are different ways to make eggplant salad, a very common summer salad in my country. This is a version called 'agioritiki' named from mount Athos (Agion Oros). It's refreshing with smoky flavor and...
Author: constantina
Delicious medley of fresh fruit and vegetables! All the colors of the rainbow come together to create a wonderful and refreshing taste. Homemade dressing makes it perfect.
Author: NANSYPANTS
Cucumbers and seafood, lightly pickled in rice vinegar, make up this cool and tasty salad that makes a perfect side dish or appetizer. Rice vinegar is an Asian-style vinegar that is milder than distilled...
Author: xerxes2695
Comparing mozzarella and burrata is a little unfair, as burrata is significantly richer and creamier. It's not like comparing apples and oranges; it's more like apples and supermodels. In fact, burrata...
Author: Chef John
A nice alternative to the usual summer grill accompaniments of potato or macaroni salad with the added benefit of no mayo! Tasty with a surprising crunch. Very addictive.
Author: LifeLearner
A currified twist on an old standby. Everyone loves broccoli salad!
Author: Harriet O'Neal
This salad is a real conversation piece. Whoever heard of popcorn in a salad? If you take it to a dinner, mix the salad and carry the popcorn separately to be added at the last minute.
Author: Paula
This is a crunchy vegi salad inspired by Trishie's Chinese-Style Salad Dressing.
Author: souplover Sue
This refreshing salad goes well with fish or chicken. It makes any heavy meal feel lighter with its crisp, light flavors -- definitely a favorite in our family.
Author: Kris10 in CA
Living in Spain I have come across a literal plethora of tapas. This is a light, healthy tapa that goes best with crisp white wines and crunchy bread. This recipe is great for experimenting with a variety...
Author: La Cocina de Redondita
A combination of cool and crunchy vegetables with a zap of crushed red pepper and other seasonings.
Author: ECUADORITA
This is a great salad for picnics or potlucks! This version of broccoli salad uses more vinegar and less mayonnaise than most recipes. This gives you a slightly different, healthier option when choosing...
Author: Diana Bull
This Japanese cucumber salad is quick, crisp, cool, and refreshing, with a tangy-sweet flavor. You'll love this amazingly simple veggie side dish. It is even good the next day!
Author: Kelly Joy
After sampling this salad at a barbecue, the recipe was given to me without any measurements. I can toss to together, and it turns out great every time.
Author: Magesse
I have taken this to MANY family and pot luck gatherings and it always is a huge hit. If you have other favorite veggies, you may add, or omit something if your family doesn't like it. Broccoli, cauliflower...
Author: Jodi T.
This is a unique combination of fruit and vegetable items that makes a good side dish to a grilled meal. Make 4 to 48 hours ahead of use, and keep refrigerated until eating.
Author: S. Fiegen
A delightfully tart and sweet salad that's great anytime. This will keep in the fridge for a few days and makes a great sweet snack when you're feeling the munchies!
Author: Celsia
This salad goes great with steak. No sugar is added, but it's so sweet!
Author: jennynoe
Fresh avocados are tossed with delicious fresh veggies, drizzled with lime juice, and seasoned with salt and pepper.
Author: Audrey
Recent research shows that it's health-savvy to sprinkle herbs and spices in your food all year long. Inspired by a salad at Spices restaurant, Washington, D.C.
Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper
Delicious summer salad. Perfect balance of sweet and savory. If dressing separates, shake again before using.
Author: Christina
This is my variation of panzanella. Each ingredient having its own intense flavor, when combined, creates an explosive salad. Perfect for a summer day.
Author: Debra
Simple deliciousness, that's what this is. This corn salad recipe is one of my favorite summer side dishes. It's a perfect complement to just about any meat you pull off the grill, and can be dressed in...
Author: Chef John
Lively and refreshing, this cucumber salad has beautiful, fresh herbs and lots of crunch. Try it this summer when your garden is bursting with cucumbers, and your lettuce has said goodbye. You can toss...
Author: Bibi
This cauliflower salad combines hard-boiled eggs, shaved carrots, and green onions with a creamy dressing for a side dish for any occasion.
Author: Rosalie
A tangy and delicious cold carrot salad. Store in covered container in fridge for up to 1 week.
Author: Stephanie
I created this fresh corn salad to serve with our lobster dinners that we have about once a month (seafood Sunday). I wanted to do something outside of the traditional sides like corn on the cob and potato....
Author: HP_imagines
This recipe combines canned items with fresh items, so it's really quick to prepare and tastes very fresh. Perfect for summer! The amounts indicated below are what I use when I make a big batch for barbeques,...
Author: experimentalcook
A quick and easy summertime salad that is sure to become a family favorite. A combination of raw vegetables, canned beans, and pre-packaged nacho-flavor chips makes this dish a delight for any cook to...
Author: Leslie Spargo
This salad was inspired by the recipes I've seen for grilled Mexican corn on the cob--mayo, lime, cotija cheese--just adjusted for those that would rather not eat corn on the cob or to save time (and grill...
Author: HeidiS
Traditional appetizer, but also makes a great main dish on a hot summer day. Feel free to add cooked eggplant and/or zucchini slices to this dish to make it heartier.
Author: stronglive1
Creamy, tangy, and crunchy, our Brussels sprouts Caesar salad starts with the raw crispiness of the Brussels sprouts smothered in a creamy, mayo Caesar dressing, topped with bacon and croutons. If you've...
Author: Chef Sous Chef
This quick and easy recipe is a great side dish to add to any meal. Great for meals that have a heavy/ big main dish but you want to serve a little something extra on the side. Can be made up to 1 day...
Author: Meenes
This recipe is a fresh take on a classic cucumber and tomato salad. My dad used to make that for me as a child. Adding the watermelon gives it a twist. It is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy...
Author: Domestic Chicks
A nice way to have elote without having to eat it straight off the husk.
Author: BmanS1965
My take on baby spinach leaves, dressed with crumbly feta cheese, veggies, and a light dash of red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Author: Anonymous
Sweet, crunchy, delicious! This salad is easy to make and easy to eat. It's great as a snack or side-dish.
Author: Seyet
Asparagus and other vegetables are tossed together with Italian-style bread and drizzled with red wine vinegar and olive oil.
Author: Sarahscakes