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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    Skip the Fuss—These 21 Cookout Salads Bring Big Flavor Fast

    Published: May 25, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Nothing kills the vibe of a good cookout like being stuck in the kitchen all day. Cookout salads are the real MVPs—easy to toss together, full of flavor, and always a hit with the crowd. Whether it’s something tangy, crunchy, or straight-up refreshing, these recipes come through without the stress. Trust, your grill isn’t the only thing bringing the heat.

    Tomato Salad With Peaches

    A black bowl of tomato salad with peaches and feta.
    Tomato Salad With Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Fresh Peach and Tomato Salad can’t be beat when summer produce is at its best. Try combining fresh peaches with juicy tomatoes, then sprinkle with salty feta for a light and refreshing summer salad
    Get the Recipe: Tomato Salad With Peaches

    Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise

    A bowl of spicy fruit salad with wooden spoon.
    Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    You can never go wrong with a bowl of fresh fruit. Spicy Fruit Salad adds just a hint of spice and seasoning to improve even the best fruit at the market.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Fruit Salad With Star Anise

    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    A creamy cucumber salad with corn in a glass bowl with a serving spoon
    Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Jazz up your salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The mixture of veggies in a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing make it a favorite.
    Get the Recipe: Corn And Cucumber Salad With Greek Yogurt

    Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar

    Zucchini noodles with cherry tomatoes on a white platter with a wooden spoon
    Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    With cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and zoodles, it’s a twist on a classic caprese salad. Just a few ingredients and you’ll have a healthy delicious salad to add to any meal.
    Get the Recipe: Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar

    Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing

    Blueberry Salad with mangos and kiwi in a martini glass.
    Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Blueberries, mango and kiwi marinated in a slightly sweet tequila lime syrup may be the tastiest fruit summer salad you’ll find. Easy and so refreshing, a must for any summertime meal.
    Get the Recipe: Blueberry Salad With Tequila Dressing

    Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise

    A bowl of peach coleslaw without mayo in a bowl with wooden spoons.
    Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Spicy Peach Coleslaw without Mayonnaise is a classic summer salad with peach dressing that delivers a fresh variation you’re going to love.
    Get the Recipe: Spicy Peach Coleslaw Without Mayonnaise

    Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows

    A glass bowl filled with creamy fruit salad, inspired by vintage recipes, is topped with a red maraschino cherry; the salad contains marshmallows, fruit pieces, and whipped cream. Silver spoons rest beside the bowl on a gray surface.
    Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    A nostalgic Ambrosia salad with mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and coconut, topped with creamy whipped cream and a touch of sour cream.
    Get the Recipe: Ambrosia Fruit Salad With Marshmallows

    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    A bowl of cucumber salad with onions and two serving spoons
    Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This tangy Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and since it has no mayo, it’s perfect for warm summer days.
    Get the Recipe: Tangy Cucumber Salad With Apple Cider Vinegar

    Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

    A spoon Full of fresh fruit.
    Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Add lime zest and juice along with a little honey to your summer fruit salad, featuring your favorite fruits for a perfect summer side dish.
    Get the Recipe: Fruit Salad With Honey Lime Dressing

    Light and Fresh Spinach Salad with Strawberries

    A fresh spring salad with leafy greens, sliced strawberries, red onion rings, and almond slivers, sprinkled with black pepper, served in a dark bowl on a light tiled surface.
    Light and Fresh Spinach Salad with Strawberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This strawberry spinach salad with poppy seed dressing has strawberries, fresh spinach and romaine along with pickled onions.
    Get the Recipe: Light and Fresh Spinach Salad with Strawberries

    Classic Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese

    A pea salad with cheddar cheese in a serving bowl.
    Classic Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This creamy Southern pea salad bursts with flavors of the South, blending tender fresh or frozen peas with sharp cheddar cheese, smooth mayonnaise, and tangy sour cream.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Pea Salad

    Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries

    A bowl of watermelon fruit salad with blueberries in a bowl.
    Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This quick and easy mint watermelon fruit salad combines crisp and juicy watermelon with sweet blueberries coated in a minty simple syrup.
    Get the Recipe: Mint Watermelon Fruit Salad With Blueberries

    Easy Overnight 7 Layer Salad – It’s a Classic

    A bowl of seven layer salad next to individual servings.
    Easy Overnight 7 Layer Salad – It’s a Classic. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    With its gorgeous rows of colors and bright flavors, this classic Southern seven-layer salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for any cookout. Served in a clear glass bowl that showcases all the beautiful colors.
    Get the Recipe: Classic 7 Layer Salad

    Grandma’s Cucumber Salad

    A bowl of sliced cucumbers with a wooden spoon.
    Grandma’s Cucumber Salad. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    My Grandma’s Cucumber Salad Recipe is cool, crunchy, refreshing, and easy to throw together on a hot summer day! Great for BBQ’s or potlucks.
    Get the Recipe: Grandma’s Cucumber Salad

    Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing

    A bowl of Greek salad with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese on a white surface—perfect for spring recipes. Small bowls of olives and feta are nearby.
    Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Looking for a quick and flavorful salad recipe? Try our Greek Salad with refreshing cucumbers and zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
    Get the Recipe: Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing

    Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    A bowl of carrot and raisin salad next to a bunch of carrots.
    Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Fresh carrot raisin salad is EASY and so flavorful! All you need is a bowl and a grater to make this slightly sweet classic summer salad.
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

    Burrata With Oranges

    Close-up of a vibrant spring salad with slices of fresh mozzarella, orange segments, arugula leaves, and cracked black pepper sprinkled on top.
    Burrata With Oranges. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Creamy Burrata with Oranges instead of tomatoes is a great, light salad when the tomatoes are no longer fresh. A perfect salad for any cookout.
    Get the Recipe: Burrata With Oranges

    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw with Buttermilk

    A bowl of creamy coleslaw with shredded purple cabbage, carrots, and herbs sits on a gray cloth napkin next to vintage silver utensils—perfect as one of your favorite dinner side dishes.
    Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw with Buttermilk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This colorful combination of crunchy red cabbage, shredded carrots, and fresh herbs adds a burst of freshness to any meal. The crunch of the cabbage, coupled with the creaminess of the dressing, takes this coleslaw to a whole new level. 
    Get the Recipe: Red Cabbage Coleslaw

    Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

    A bowl of broccoli salad on a serving tray.
    Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    You’re going to love this healthy broccoli salad served with a yogurt dressing that’s sweetened with honey. An old fashioned salad you’ll love.
    Get the Recipe: Broccoli Salad With Cranberries And A Honey Yogurt Dressing

    Greek Wedge Salad Recipe

    Greek Wedge Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    This Greek Wedge Salad Recipe creates a fresh easy to make wedge salad that is drizzled with flavorful homemade greek dressing.
    Get the Recipe: Greek Wedge Salad Recipe

    Classic Chopped Salad Recipe

    Classic Chopped Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Pip and Ebby.

    This classic chopped salad recipe makes a large batch to enjoy for lunch throughout the week or to serve at your next gathering!
    Get the Recipe: Classic Chopped Salad Recipe

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