Fresh and Flavorful Spring Salads: 15 Recipes to Brighten Up Your Plate

There’s nothing better than Salads bursting with fresh Spring veggies. Get some new ideas for potlucks, cook outs and family gatherings inspired but what’s fresh at your local farmer’s market.

Light and Fresh Spinach Salad with Strawberries

 

Strawberry spinach salad is a colorful and refreshing salad that features fresh baby spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, and a tangy poppy seed dressing. The combination of sweet and savory flavors creates a unique balance, making it a perfect choice for a summer meal.

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Creamy Corn and Cucumber Salad

Jazz up your Summer salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The light and healthy mixture of veggies along with a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing will satisfy any palate when the warm weather hits.

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Green Beans and New Potato Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Full of fresh summer flavors, this cold green bean salad recipe adds in tender new potatoes for a refreshing take on a classic summer meal. Once you’ve boiled the potatoes and fresh beans, you’re basically done! 

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Greek Cucumber Salad with Lemon Dressing

Get ready to transport yourself to the sunny shores of Greece with this refreshing and vibrant Greek salad recipe! Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cucumbers, tangy Greek olives, and creamy feta cheese come together in perfect harmony, all drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing.

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Classic Pea Salad with Cheddar Cheese

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. Its’ quick and simple preparation, with a unique combination of ingredients,

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Easy Overnight 7 Layer Salad Recipe

With its gorgeous rows of colors and bright flavors, this classic Southern seven-layer salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for family gatherings or a church potluck. Served in a clear glass bowl that showcases all the beautiful colors, this layered salad makes a gorgeous centerpiece to your dinner table. 

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Bow Tie Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto

Whip up a mouthwatering bow tie pasta salad with basil pesto in no time. This recipe is packed with fresh basil and spinach and of course garlic and pine nuts. Add some cherry tomatoes for an ideal summer salad.

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Creamy Red Cabbage Coleslaw with Buttermilk

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.

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Crisp Cucumber Salad Recipe With Zesty Honey Dressing

This light cucumber salad with fresh dill and a honey vinaigrette is a delicious and easy recipe you can make year-round.  This crisp cucumber salad is incredibly simple to make in less than 10 minutes and requires only a few ingredients. 

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Crispy Summer Panzanella Salad

The flavors of an Italian summer in one salad. Italian bread is toasted and tossed with heirloom tomatoes, fresh veggies and a mustard vinaigrette for a crisp summer panzanella salad. Plus, this panzanella salad has no cheese so it’s a great option for the vegans in your life.

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Broccoli Salad with a Honey Yogurt Dressing

You’re going to love this broccoli salad recipe served with a yogurt dressing that’s sweetened with honey.  Red onions and dried cranberries add a sweet and savory touch to an old fashioned salad you’ll be making all year long. 

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Classic Chopped Salad Recipe

This is the best classic chopped salad recipe you’ll find. It makes a large batch to enjoy for lunch throughout the week or serve at your next gathering.

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Radicchio Salad

Radicchio frisee salad is boldly flavored with minimal ingredients! The bitter and assertive flavors of radicchio and frisée lettuce are complimented with the natural sweetness of crisp apple slices and candied pecans. A sweet and tangy lemon honey vinaigrette brings it all together!

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Mixed Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

Guys, this honey lime dressing is a fabulous addition to your next fruit salad. Ready within 15 minutes, it’s the perfect summer salad. The simple addition of lime zest adds a punch of flavor and brightens whatever fruit you have available. You’re going to love it at your next potluck or family dinner.

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Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar

Pull out the spiralizer and make a refreshing Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinegar. 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.

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