A Dozen Seasonal Salads Worth Tossing on Every Table

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These salads are here to carry you from pastel brunches to backyard bliss, with a fresh bite for every Easter table, Mother’s Day toast, and spontaneous picnic that pops up when the sun sticks around. Think Avocado Salad that’s as creamy as your spring vibe, Strawberry Salad that screams “Instagram me,” and Lemon Orzo with Asparagus that basically is the season in a bowl. Want bold? Try the Grilled Cactus and Corn Salad—yes, cactus, and yes, it slaps. Feeling fancy? The Crab and Shrimp Seafood Cobb Salad has you covered. Whether you’re team crisp, creamy, sweet, or tangy, this collection’s got the flavor—and flair—to make you the person everyone asks, “Who brought the salad?” (Spoiler: it’s you, and you crushed it.)

Avocado Salad

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close up overhead view of avocado salad in a white bowl with a serving spoon.
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This avocado salad is a vibrant mix of fresh, seasonal produce, all tossed in a tangy, sweet dressing. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, gluten-free, and vegetarian-friendly side dish that will brighten up any meal.
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Tangy Three Bean Salad

3 Bean Salad in a bowl.
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This classic Three Bean Salad is a tangy and flavorful dish packed with fiber and protein. It’s an easy-to-make, vegan-friendly side that’s perfect for potlucks and BBQs. Prepare it ahead of time for a stress-free addition to any gathering!
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Cucumber Tomato Salad

cucumber, tomato, onion, and feta salad
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This Cucumber Tomato Salad is a fresh and simple side dish that’s perfect for summer. It’s packed with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta, all tossed in a light lemon vinaigrette. It’s a healthy and delicious option that’s ready in minutes.
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Tabouli (Tabbouleh)

Overhead image of the Tabouli
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This vibrant Tabouli salad is a refreshing mix of fresh herbs, diced vegetables, and bulgur, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. It’s a healthy and quick-to-make vegetarian option that works perfectly as a side or light meal. Enjoy this Levantine classic that’s bursting with flavor and freshness!
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Kale Avocado Salad

Mouth-watering kale salad with avocado, presented beautifully and ready for serving.
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This Kale Avocado Salad is a flavor and texture explosion! Fresh kale is combined with colorful veggies, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a creamy avocado lemon dressing. It’s a healthy, quick, and easy salad that’s perfect as a side dish or light meal.
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Grilled Cactus and Corn Salad

An image of a chopped grilled cactus and corn salad in a grey serving dish.
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This Grilled Cactus and Corn Salad is a unique and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for summer barbecues. The tangy and savory combination of grilled cactus, sweet corn, and fresh cilantro is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s gluten-free and vegetarian, making it a great option for everyone!
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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Cobb Salad

Shrimp and Crab Seafood Cobb Salad | foodiecrush.com
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This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Cobb Salad is a light and refreshing take on a classic. It features fresh snow crab and baby shrimp, making it a perfect healthy lunch or dinner option. The tangy red wine vinaigrette ties all the fresh ingredients together beautifully.
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Lemon Orzo with Asparagus

This recipe for Lemon Orzo with Asparagus- is perfect for spring! Quick and easy, serve this spring pasta
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This Lemon Orzo with Asparagus recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that can be served warm as an entree or chilled as a refreshing side salad. Brightened with lemon and dill, and easily adaptable to be vegan or with feta, this dish is perfect for spring!
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Toasted Almond & Blueberry Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese + Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette

blueberry arugula salad with fruit, goat cheese, and nuts
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This beautiful blueberry arugula salad is packed with super fruits and nuts, and topped with goat cheese and a delicious blueberry balsamic vinaigrette. It’s the perfect gluten-free and vegetarian option for lunch or a side dish at your next gathering! This salad is also great for meal prep.
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Pomegranate Salad With Honey-Cider Vinaigrette

Pomegranate Salad With Honey-Cider Vinaigrette | gimmesomeoven.com
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This vibrant Pomegranate Salad with Honey-Cider Vinaigrette is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Packed with spinach, pomegranate seeds, feta, and pecans, it’s all tied together with a sweet and tangy homemade vinaigrette. This salad is sure to be a crowd pleaser and a welcome addition to any meal.
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Strawberry Salad

A vibrant salad featuring mixed greens, sliced strawberries, mandarin orange segments, dried cranberries, pistachios, and crumbled feta cheese. The colorful ingredients are artfully arranged on a plate.
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This strawberry salad by Chelsea’s Messy Apron is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Mixed greens, strawberries, oranges, and goat cheese are topped with a delicious homemade citrus vinaigrette.
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Peach Panzanella Salad

Peach Panzanella Salad with Fennel and Arugula - a simple, healthy & delicious salad full of summer flavor! Vegan. #panzanella #peach #peachsalad #peaches #summersalad #vegan #fennel #arugula #breadsalad
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This Peach Panzanella Salad is a fresh and flavorful summer dish, perfect for a light lunch or a delightful addition to any gathering. Combining juicy peaches, peppery arugula, shaved fennel, and homemade croutons, all tossed in a light vinaigrette, this salad is a must-try for those who love vibrant and healthy eats. Feel free to easily adapt this recipe to be vegan-friendly!
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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