Spring and summer meal planning just got easier thanks to this round-up of 15 of my favorite simple salads.
Need some new salads to add to your spring and summer repertoire? Well, then this blog post is for you! Today, I am sharing a round-up of different types of salads, including favorites from my own recipe collection, as well as recipes from other top bloggers. From pasta salads to classic lettuce salads and everything in between. Here is a collection of 15 of the best simple spring and summer salads.
15 Simple Spring And Summer Salads
Pasta Salads
If you’ve been here a while, then you know that I love carbs. So it should come as no surprise that I’m a big fan of pasta salads. If you are looking for a new recipe for your next family gathering or a simple side dish to add to your weeknight dinner menu, give one of these pasta salads a try.
Cool Cucumber Pasta Salad
I have several favorite summer side dishes, but this cool cucumber pasta salad is at the top of the list! With tender Penne pasta, crunchy cucumbers, and a sweet dressing, it is a delicious and refreshing side dish. Also a favorite with my readers, it pairs perfectly with all of your summer grilling recipes.
Greek Pasta Salad
For a fresh and easy-peasy recipe, try this delicious Greek pasta salad. With veggies, rotini pasta, and a tangy dressing, it is a crowd-pleaser.
Spring Tortellini Salad
Made with cheese tortellini, asparagus, and parmesan cheese, this spring tortellini salad is a perfect spring and summer pasta dish.
Pizza Pasta Salad
Loaded with all of your favorite toppings, this pizza pasta salad is sure to become a favorite!
BLT Pasta Salad
BLT pasta salad is a simple classic that everyone will love. With Bacon, lettuce, and tomato it is a great refreshing salad for the warm spring and summer months.
Lettuce and Spinach Salads
You can never go wrong with a simple salad made with fresh, healthy greens. Iceberg lettuce is a classic, but don’t be afraid to mix and match your greens. Try Romaine, or, one of our favorites, a fresh salad mix from the local farmers’ market. Yum!
Doritos Taco Salad
Ready in just 30 minutes; Doritos taco salad is a classic from my childhood. Perfect for a busy weeknight when you need a quick and easy meal, it’s a go-to recipe in our home, especially in the warmer spring and summer months! Always a crowd-pleaser, it’s also a great dish for potlucks and backyard BBQs. (Because, Doritos. Need I say more?)
Loaded Cowboy Salad
With just a handful of ingredients, loaded cowboy salad is the ultimate salad for all of your summer get-togethers and can be served as a side or a main dish.
BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
BBQ chicken chopped salad combines crunchy romaine lettuce with grilled BBQ chicken and a variety of fresh garden veggies. It is perfect for when you need a quick, healthy, and filling meal.
Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad
Layered with spinach, chicken, and sweet mandarin oranges, this Mandarin orange spinach salad is simply delicious!
Loaded Strawberry Fields Salad
The perfect combination of sweet and savory, loaded strawberry fields salad is a great way to use all of those fresh summer berries. It will become a favorite that you will want to make all spring and summer long.
Other Spring and Summer Salads
I am calling this section “other” salads because, quite honestly, I wasn’t sure what else to call them! This category includes recipes like classic fruit salad, a summer Caprese salad, and everything in between. You are sure to find a recipe you will love!
Simple And Classic Fruit Salad
Summer Harvest Salad
This simple and classic fruit salad is one of my favorites. Drizzled with a creamy vanilla pudding dressing and ready in just a matter of minutes, it can be easily customized to include your favorite fruits.
This summer harvest salad is packed with healthy veggies, including zucchini, squash, corn, and tomatoes. Easy to prepare, it is ready in no time.
Watermelon Salad
With feta cheese, blueberries, fresh basil, and a hint of lime, this watermelon salad is a refreshing summer recipe.
Summer Caprese Salad
This summer Caprese salad is made with tomatoes, peaches, cucumber, mozzarella cheese, and drizzled with a simple balsamic glaze. It is the perfect combination of fresh summer flavors.
Chickpea Salad
This chickpea salad is full of Mediterranean flavors. Quick and easy to prepare, it is a great summer side dish.
15 Simple Spring And Summer Salads
Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope you enjoyed this round-up of 15 simple spring and summer salads. Which one do you look forward to trying first? Let me know in the comments below.
Enjoy!
P.s. If you liked this post, you might also like some of my other favorite spring and summer dishes. And don’t forget to pin this post to save it for later!
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Ana Ochoa says
Oh my goodness YUM! Adding all of these to my list!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Anna. I hope you enjoy! So perfect for the warmer summer months!
Kelly Radcliff says
Oh Jen so many yummy salads! The tortellini and watermelon ones caught my eye! All so colorful too! Yum!
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you, Kelly! We live on grilled food during the summer, and these are all great sides to go with!
Paula@SweetPea says
I have so many tabs open now! Thanks so much for all of these salad ideas.
midwestlifeandstyle says
Thank you so much, Paula. I hope you enjoy!