Looking for fresh and flavorful summer salads? This collection of 30 Healthy Summer Salad recipes features everything from protein-packed meal salads and pasta salads to fruit-filled favorites and BBQ side dishes. Perfect for meal prep, cookouts, and more!
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When the temperatures rise, there is nothing better than a fresh, colorful salad packed with seasonal produce, lean proteins, and bright flavors! Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner, a crowd-pleasing side dish for a cookout, or a meal-prep lunch you’ll actually look forward to eating, these healthy summer salads are exactly what you need!
From protein-packed chicken salads and hearty pasta salads to refreshing fruit-filled creations and crisp vegetable sides, this collection of 30+ healthy summer salads has something for every occasion. Best of all, these recipes are easy to make, loaded with fresh ingredients, and perfect for enjoying throughout the summer months!
Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Fresh and crisp Mediterranean Chopped Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, chickpeas, olives and feta cheese all tossed with a delicious red wine vinaigrette! Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or an easy side dish for any meal.
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Healthy Mexican Street Corn Salad is a fresh and flavorful summer side dish loaded with sweet grilled corn, cotija cheese, cilantro, jalapeño, and a creamy protein-packed lime dressing. Perfect for cookouts, taco nights and meal prep!
Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad
This Strawberry Balsamic Pasta Salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for spring and summer! Made with juicy strawberries, tender pasta, fresh basil, creamy mozzarella and crisp cucumbers all tossed in a lightly sweet balsamic dressing.
Rainbow Orzo Salad
This Rainbow Orzo Salad makes the perfect summer side dish! Loaded with colorful veggies, fresh herbs and tender orzo pasta, all tossed together with a delicious lemon herb dressing and easily made in just minutes!
Tomato, Cucumber and Chickpea Salad
This Tomato, Cucumber and Chickpea Salad is a delicious summer staple made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, and green bell pepper all tossed with a bright lemon vinaigrette! Easy, healthy and the perfect side dish with grilled chicken, fish or steak!
Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad
This Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad is bright, refreshing and the perfect summer side dish! Simple to throw together and drizzled with the most delicious honey lime dressing!
Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salad
The ultimate summer salad! This Blackened Shrimp and Corn Salad is flavorful, filling and easily comes together in under 30 minutes! The cilantro lime dressing ties everything together with a bright, zesty finish!
Summer Pesto Pasta Salad
This EASY 10-minute Summer Pesto Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh ingredients like juicy tomatoes, corn, avocado, garlic, and lemon zest, all tossed together with warm pasta and delicious basil pesto!
Healthy Broccoli Salad
This Healthy Broccoli Salad is loaded with fresh broccoli, juicy grapes, red onion, crunchy sunflower seeds and raisins all tossed with a delicious zesty honey dijon dressing made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo! Makes a great spring, summer or fall salad that you can enjoy any time!
Italian Chopped Salad
This Italian Chopped Salad recipe tastes just like your favorite grinder, but lighter and SO good! Loaded with crisp lettuce, savory salami, chickpeas, fresh veggies and the best homemade dressing, all finely chopped so you get the perfect bite every time!
Healthy Chicken Salad
This Healthy Chicken Salad is creamy, fresh and packed with protein! Made with tender chicken, Greek yogurt in place of mayo, crunchy celery, grapes, and sliced almonds. A delicious easy lunch or meal prep option you’ll make on repeat!
Black Bean and Corn Salad
This Black Bean and Corn Salad recipe is loaded with crisp veggies, delicious spices and fresh cilantro, all tossed together in a zesty lime dressing making it the perfect summer side dish or dip!
Summer Quinoa Salad
The perfect Summer Quinoa Salad made with a delicious combination of sautéed veggies, black beans, corn, and fresh basil all tossed with a lemon balsamic dressing!
Healthy Greek Salad
Easy and delicious Healthy Greek Salad made with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, bell pepper, kalamata olives and feta cheese all tossed with a bright lemon vinaigrette!
Lemon Arugula Orzo Salad
This Lemon Arugula Orzo Salad is a bright, zesty pasta salad packed with fresh greens, tender orzo, protein-packed chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese and a simple lemon dressing. Perfect for spring and summer meals!
Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
This Strawberry Poppy Seed Chicken Salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for spring and summer! Made with juicy strawberries, tender chicken, crunchy toppings, and the BEST poppy seed dressing.
Lemon Basil Pasta Salad
Add this light and zesty Lemon Basil Pasta Salad to your summer menu! This pasta salad is refreshing, flavorful and packed with fresh veggies. The perfect side dish to bring to your next cookout or picnic and makes a healthy weeknight dinner!
Chinese Chicken Salad
This Chinese Chicken Salad is loaded with fresh lettuce, cabbage, carrots, sweet mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds and cilantro all tossed together with a delicious ginger-sesame vinaigrette!
Red, White and Blueberry Fruit Salad
Kick off the 4th of July weekend with this festive Red, White and Blueberry Fruit Salad packed juicy watermelon, crisp apples and delicious berries all tossed together in a honey-citrus dressing!
Italian Pasta Salad
This EASY Italian Pasta Salad is loaded with juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, fresh mozzarella, spicy salami, pepperoncini, red onion and olives all tossed together with a zesty homemade Italian dressing!
Sweet Cucumber Salad
Quick and Easy Sweet Cucumber Salad made with crisp cucumbers, slices of red onion and fresh dill all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette that comes together in less than 10 minutes! Perfect summer side dish that is light and refreshing!
Southwest Chicken Salad
The BEST Southwest Chicken Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing! Made with colorful veggies, marinated grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and crumbled cotija cheese. All tossed with the most delicious avocado cilantro dressing!
Healthy Taco Salad
This quick and easy Healthy Taco Salad is made with seasoned ground turkey, fresh veggies and all your favorite toppings to pack in the flavor! Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep or even serving a crowd!
Roasted Veggie Pasta Salad
This EASY Roasted Veggie Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh ingredients like juicy tomatoes, zucchini, squash, asparagus, and bell pepper, all tossed together with a delicious lemon herb dressing!
Marinated Summer Caprese Salad
This Summer Caprese Salad is loaded with juicy tomatoes and creamy balls of mozzarella cheese all marinated in a delicious combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and fresh herbs!
Chili-Rubbed Salmon with Summer Corn Salad
A fresh, healthy dinner packed with bold flavor! Tender salmon coated in a smoky chili spice blend and served over a vibrant corn salad with fresh veggies, herbs, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for easy weeknight meals, summer entertaining, or meal prep!
Raspberry Walnut Chicken Salad
My favorite Raspberry Walnut Chicken Salad made with leafy greens, fresh raspberries, shredded chicken, chopped walnuts, and sliced red onion all tossed with a creamy raspberry vinaigrette!
Pea and Arugula Pesto Pasta Salad
This Pea and Arugula Pesto Pasta Salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor! Tender pasta is tossed with sweet peas, peppery arugula, and a homemade basil pesto for an easy side dish or light meal that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, meal prep, and summer gatherings.
Strawberry Balsamic Salad
My favorite Strawberry Salad made with leafy greens, fresh strawberries, candied walnuts, and creamy goat cheese all tossed with a rich and tangy maple balsamic dressing!
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