Summer is the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy some fresh, tasty salads. We’ve rounded up a great collection of summer salads that pair perfectly with anything off the grill. These refreshing and flavorful dishes will complement your barbecue spread and keep everyone coming back for more.
Feta Beet Salad
This beet salad with feta cheese is great for summer. Cooked beets, crumbled feta, and pistachios come together with fresh herbs and a lemon olive oil dressing. It’s perfect as a side salad with anything off the grill.
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Baby Kale Salad
This baby kale salad is quick and easy, tossed in a tahini dressing and topped with roasted BBQ chickpeas and apple slices. It pairs perfectly with grilled dishes.
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Bok Choy Salad
This crispy bok choy salad, served with an Asian sesame dressing and topped with sliced almonds and toasted sesame seeds, goes great with grilled steak or chicken.
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Creamy Cucumber Salad
A healthier take on the classic creamy cucumber salad with quick pickled red onions. This summer salad is perfect for any cookout.
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Cucumber Melon Salad
This cucumber melon salad is great for summer. With pickled onions and sweet cantaloupe, it pairs well with any grilled meat.
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Jicama Salad
This light and crunchy jicama salad is refreshing for summer. Julienned jicama, mango, red pepper, and cucumber are tossed in a light honey lime dressing. Perfect with any grilled main course.
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Mango Black Bean Salad
This mango black bean salad comes together in minutes for a refreshing, healthy lunch or side dish. Perfect with anything off the grill.
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Peach and Radish Salad with Crispy Prosciutto
This peach and radish salad is topped with crispy prosciutto and toasted hazelnuts. A great addition to your summer grill spread.
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Pickled Blueberry Panzanella Salad
This pickled blueberry panzanella salad is a fun twist on the classic Italian bread salad. It’s a great mix of sweet and tangy, perfect with grilled foods.
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Simple Summer Tomato Corn Salad
This corn and tomato salad is as simple as summer gets with fresh corn, tomato, and basil. It’s perfect with anything off the grill.
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Watermelon Bacon Salad
This watermelon bacon salad is refreshing with a fun salty, crunchy kick. It makes a great addition to your summer party spread.
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Bulgur Salad
This bulgur wheat salad is a great, high-protein meal. Dressed with a sweet orange and tangy Dijon mustard dressing, it pairs perfectly with grilled foods.
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Lentil Tabbouleh
Lentil tabbouleh is a light and refreshing side dish. This twist on the classic Middle Eastern recipe features fresh tomatoes, herbs, lemon, and spices. Perfect for summer grilling.
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