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47 Summer Salads You're Going To Want To Make Again And Again

You're not going to believe how good these are!

Headshot of Marianna GouldBy Marianna Gould
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The warm weather is well on its way and the sun is shining, leaving us craving one thing and one thing only... a fresh, homemade salad! And not just any salad, we're talking about summer salads filled with all kinds of crazy-good seasonal flavours (Mandarin Orange Salad, Avocado Chicken Salad, Greek Orzo Salad).

Because let's face it, a freshly prepared, delicious salad for lunch hits different.

And since many of us continue to work from home, we've decided to pull together a selection of insanely-easy summer salads for you to give a go. For the ultimate summer inspiration, take a look out 40 of our best-tasting summer salad recipes now.

1

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

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Daniel Harding

When I say we're OBSESSED with chicken Caesar salad, there's really no denying it... but the way to make sure it's the best you've ever had is a) make your own dressing, b) chargrill your chicken and c) get those lettuce leaves nice and warm. Trust us, you won't regret it.

Get the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad recipe.

2

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

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Ethan Calabrese

Every summer spread needs a pasta salad. Especially if it's a Chicken Pasta Salad. Especially DOUBLE if it's inspired by a classic Caesar Salad.

Get the Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad recipe.

3

Greek Pasta Salad

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JESSICA MARX

Greek salads are filled with Mediterranean produce and flavours. Briny olives meet sweet tomatoes and fresh cucumbers, and sprinkled with Feta cheese making for a truly filling and delicious meal of its own. The only way we thought we could improve is turning it into a pasta salad!

Get the Greek Pasta Salad recipe.

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4

Roast Potato Salad Recipe

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Daniel Harding

Upgrade your regular potato salad, for this roast potato salad, served with a tangy chimichurri dressing.

Get the Roast Potato Salad recipe.

5

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

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PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Imagine a loaded baked potato meets creamy, classic potato salad, and you’ll have this ultimate year-round side.

Get the Loaded Baked Potato Salad recipe.

6

Niçoise Salad

niçoise salad with tuna, jammy eggs, anchovies, green beans, potatoes, cucumbers, olives and capers
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

A classic French dish, Niçoise salad is one we can’t help but reach for in the summer months. It’s got everything: briny flavours, hits of umami, jammy eggs, hearty potatoes, and fresh veggies.

Get the Niçoise Salad recipe.

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7

Antipasto Salad

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Parker feierbach

If you’re looking for the freshest addition to any picnic or a teaser to your summer dinner, look no further than this topping-focused salad.

Get the Antipasto Salad recipe.

8

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

Thanks to the chickpeas, this salad will keep you full for hours. It's satisfying in a way that leafy greens never could be. Sorry not sorry, kale.

Get the Mediterranean Chickpea Salad recipe.

9

Prawn, Avocado & Courgette Salad

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ERIK BERNSTEIN

This prawn salad is one of our favourite things to throw together. It takes literally 10 minutes to put together but thanks to the zingy dressing and fresh ingredients, it feels like so much love and attention has gone into it.

Get the Prawn, Avocado & Courgette Salad recipe.

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10

Chicken Pasta Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

There's nothing worse than a pasta salad with mushy pasta. Learn how to cook pasta (it's trickier than you think!) and get your fusilli perfectly al dente.

Get the Chicken Pasta Salad recipe.

11

Watermelon Feta Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

Watermelon + cucumbers is one of the most refreshing combos of all time. Throw in some mint, red onion, and feta and toss it all with a very simple vinaigrette (just olive oil + red wine vinegar), and you've got yourself a mean summer salad.

Get the Watermelon Feta Salad recipe.

12

Avocado & Tomato Salad

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PARKER FREIEBACH

Don't confuse this with guac—there's way more depth of flavour, which makes it one of our favourite summer sides of all time. But the real beauty? You're totally welcome to eat it with tortilla crisps. (Just know it tastes amazing without 'em.)

Get the Avocado & Tomato Salad recipe.

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13

Thai Beef Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

We cannot get enough of this Thai beef salad recipe. It's the perfect combination of sweet, sour and salty, and it uses gorgeously cooked rump steak as its main ingredient.

Get the Thai Beef Salad recipe.

14

Courgette Salad

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LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY

This courgette salad is so easy to throw together, and best of all, there's no cooking required! Yep, those courgette ribbons are served raw, tossed with sundried toms and goat's cheese, and a pumpkin seed dressing which although optional is a MUST in our opinion.

Get the Courgette Salad recipe.

15

Tuna Pasta Salad

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Daniel Harding

This classic tuna pasta salad is so tasty and keeps really well in the fridge, perfect for batch-cooked lunches.

Get the Tuna Pasta Salad recipe.

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16

Mandarin Orange Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

When it comes to summer salads, this one takes the cake. The mandarin oranges give it a burst of freshness while the Parmesan gives it a bite of sharpness and nuttiness. Its homemade poppy seed vinaigrette (super-simple!) is unbelievably addicting and takes this salad to the next level.

Get the Mandarin Orange Salad recipe.

17

Aubergine, Harissa & Halloumi Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

Halloumi, aubergine, harissa and pomegranate seeds are a match-made in heaven. We love this halloumi salad, it's healthy, filling and perfect for lunch, dinner or as part of a feast.

Get the Aubergine, Harissa & Halloumi Salad recipe.

18

Tabbouleh Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

This Lebanese (or Syrian, depending who you ask 😉) salad is sure to improve whatever it's paired with. Bright, fresh herbs get friendly with sweet tomatoes and a sharp lemon dressing to create the salad equivalent of a breath of fresh air.

Get the Tabbouleh Salad recipe.

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19

Healthy Potato Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

A classic potato salad generally consists of lashings of mayonnaise, but if you're looking to eliminate that mayonnaise for a healthier version, or in need of a vegan potato salad, then this recipe is for you.

Get the Healthy Potato Salad recipe.

20

Roasted Beet Goat Cheese Salad

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PARKER FEIERBACH

This is the perfect salad: creamy goat cheese (sub feta if you prefer it), roasted beets, avocado. We love rocket for its peppery bite, but feel free to swap in whatever salad green you like.

Get the Roasted Beet Goat Cheese Salad recipe.

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