20 Easy & Refreshing Spring & Summer Salad Recipes You Will Love
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As we start to head towards the end of February, it’s the perfect time to start preparing for spring & the warmer months ahead. Flowers blooming, bees buzzing, birds chirping, & the farmer markets bustling with delicious fresh produce – I love all of it! And fresh produce means looking forward to fresh spring meals & spring salads!
Okay before you start rolling your eyes or closing out of this post – hear me out! Salads don’t have to be boring. Gone are the days of bagged lettuce and bottled ranch dressing. Making your own salad at home using fresh produce & fresh ingredients is not only healthy but it’s also a great way to save money & add seasonal produce into your weekly meal plan.
As the weather warms up and farmers’ markets start overflowing with fresh produce, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with crisp greens, juicy fruits, and fragrant herbs. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish for a springtime gathering, or a hearty salad that serves as a meal on its own – there’s a recipe here for every occasion! Keep on reading for 25 delicious, fresh, vibrant, healthy, & easy spring salad recipes!
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1. Citrus Chicken Quinoa Salad
Image & recipe source: Sally’s Baking Addiction
Hearty quinoa and zesty citrus flavors come together to create this delicious spring salad! Add chicken or any other protein of your choice to make this a well-rounded lunch or dinner salad the whole family will love!
2. Crunchy Peanut Chicken Salad
Image & recipe source: Averie Cooks
Peanut salads are absolutely delicious and so great for spring. It is so incredibly flavorful and pairs well with chicken. Even if you’re not a salad lover, you’re sure to like this yummy salad!
3. Farro & Kale Salad with Goat Cheese
Image & recipe source: Cookie + Kate
Kale is a superfood that I want to start eating more of this year. But lets be honest – it doesn’t always taste the best by itself! This recipe pairs it with farro, goat cheese, sliced almonds, and a tangy vinaigrette made with Dijon mustard to make a yummy & delicious salad!
4. Chicken Gyro Salad
Image & recipe source: Smitten Kitchen
If you’re a fan of gyros, you will love this deconstructed gyro salad! This is full of vibrant, fresh vegetables and paired with a delicious tzatziki sauce for a delicious & refreshing salad.
5. Cucumber Salad With Fresh Dill Mint
Image & recipe source: Minimalist Baker
Cucumbers are so refreshing & cooling, especially in the warmer months! This salad pairs them with a creamy mint dill dressing to make a yummy salad that is perfect for lunch or as a side dish. Plus, this salad is vegan & dairy-free!
6. Springtime Cobb Salad
Image & recipe source: How Sweet Eats
This cobb salad features asparagus, which is a staple spring seasonal veggie. This salad is quite easy to make and is super filling since there are avocados and eggs to give it a boost of protein + healthy fats!
7. Simple Spring Mix Salad
Image & recipe source: A Couple Cooks
Need a super quick & easy salad recipe that comes together in minutes? Try this easy spring mix salad that pairs well with any dressing you have at home! This post also has recipes & options for 4 different dressings that you can whip up at home and add to this salad.
8. Spinach Strawbery Salad with Balsamic Poppy Seed Dressing
Image & recipe source: Well Plated
Strawberry spinach salad and poppyseed dressing are a quintessential, unbeatable spring salad + dressing combo! This is another healthy & delicious salad that is easy to put together and chock full of delicious spring produce!
9. Caprese Salad
Image & recipe source: Six Sisters Stuff
This is another super easy salad recipe that is ready under 10 minutes! Bursting with delicious grape tomatoes, power greens, & a tangy balsamic glaze – this salad is perfect for a quick lunch especially on warm spring days.
10. Sweet Chili Miso Salmon Salad
Image & recipe source: The Forked Spoon
Holy moly – everyone needs to try this sweet chili salad! This salad is packed with heart healthy foods like salmon, beets, and avocados and they come together beautifully when paired with this sweet chili dressing!
11. Fingerling Potato Salad With Baby Arugula
Image & recipe source: The Striped Spatula
I absolutely love potatoes – and this healthy twist on potato salad does not disappoint! If you crave potato salad at all times like me, you have to try this recipe! Plus, you could even bring this to your next spring picnic for a lighter version of the classic potato salad!
12. Bean Sprout Salad
Image & recipe source: Spend With Pennies
If you love noodle salads but want a low-carb alternative, try this bean sprout salad! It’s made with a yummy Asian sesame dressing that you will love!
13. Southwest Salad
Image & recipe source: Carlsbad Cravings
Southwest salads are some of my favorite salads – right next to asian sesame salad and a good old fashioned caesar salad. It’s SO incredibly flavorful, healthy, high-protein, and you can give it an extra crunch by adding some tortilla strips on top!
14. Peach Burrata Salad
Image & recipe source: The Chunky Chef
I know, I know – peaches are more of a summer fruit than a spring fruit but I just had to include this salad in the roundup! The combination of peaches and burrata is just genius and your tastebuds are sure to approve!
15. BBQ Chicken Salad
Image & recipe source: Fav Family Recipes
Fire up the grill & sear up some chicken for this salad recipe! The creamy dressing goes perfectly with this recipe to make a yummy lunch.
16. Spring Pea Feta Couscous Salad
Image & recipe source: Little Spice Jar
Welcome in the flavors of spring with this couscous salad that pairs fresh basil with spring peas to create a nutritious & filling salad! Feta cheese packs an extra punch to create a burst of flavor with each bite!
17. Snap Pea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Image & recipe source: Minimalist Baker
Here is another salad recipe featuring springtime snap peas! Pistachio, basil, & snap peas are combined with a zesty, tangy lemon vinaigrette to create a light & refreshing salad you are sure to love.
18. Caribbean Chicken Salad With Mango Dressing
Image & recipe source: Well Plated
Transport yourself to a Caribbean oasis with this refreshing salad that features a mouthwatering mango dressing. This recipe combines chicken with black beans which is perfect for those wanting a high-protein salad.
19. Green Salad with Apples, Cranberries, & Pepitas
Image & recipe source: Cookie + Kate
Simple green salad gets a makeover with apples, cranberries, goat cheese, and a delicious apple cider vinaigrette! Although some people may think of this as more of a fall salad, I think it is so fresh & perfect for the spring and summer season!
20. Tortellini Pasta Salad
Image & recipe source: The Forked Spoon
Last but not least – a classic pasta salad made with cheesy tortellini and homemade Italian dressing that is so easy to whip up!
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I hope you enjoyed this post! As always, share your favorite spring salad in the comments below!
Looking for more spring dinner inspiration? Check out this blogpost for 25 spring dinner recipe ideas!
