Summer Salads to Make Right Now
Jun 27, 2025
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Summer salads should be crisp, colorful, and just a little bit show-offy—and this roundup brings the goods. From the sun-drenched simplicity of Italian Tomato Salad to the zesty crunch of Carrot Cucumber Daikon Salad with Cilantro Citrus Dressing, these dishes are anything but sad desk lunches. Whether you’re into a loaded Vegan Cobb Salad, a smoky Sweet Potato & Steak Salad with Carolina Mustard Vinaigrette, or Jamie’s legendary ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad, each recipe is big on flavor and built for sharing. Don’t sleep on the Colorful Corn & Avocado Salad or Italian Rice Salad – Insalata Di Riso—they’re easy to prep and perfect for potlucks!
Table of Contents
- Carrot Cucumber Daikon Salad with Cilantro Citrus Dressing
- Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad
- Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
- Italian Tomato Salad Recipe
- Sweet Potato & Steak Salad with Carolina Mustard Vinaigrette
- Vegan Cobb Salad
- Italian Rice Salad – Insalata di Riso
- Colorful Corn & Avocado Salad
- 3 Bean Salad
- Summer Corn and Chickpea Salad
Carrot Cucumber Daikon Salad with Cilantro Citrus Dressing
Carrot Cucumber Daikon Salad With Cilantro Citrus Dressing is bright, crunchy, and dressed to impress with a zippy citrus splash and tons of herb-y attitude.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cucumber Daikon Salad with Cilantro Citrus Dressing
Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad

Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad layers juicy tomatoes like a throne for summer produce—with olive oil, herbs, and zero chill.
Get the Recipe: Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad
Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad ditches the grill but keeps all the bold flavor, from smoky spices to a creamy, dairy-free finish.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Italian Tomato Salad Recipe
Italian Tomato Salad Recipe is your go-to for ripe tomatoes, good olive oil, and simple ingredients that taste like a Tuscan vacation.
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Sweet Potato & Steak Salad with Carolina Mustard Vinaigrette
Sweet Potato & Steak Salad With Carolina Mustard Vinaigrette takes grilled dinner vibes and tosses them into a smoky, tangy, hearty bowl.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato & Steak Salad with Carolina Mustard Vinaigrette
Vegan Cobb Salad
Vegan Cobb Salad brings the layers, the crunch, and the color—hold the bacon, keep the flair.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Cobb Salad
Italian Rice Salad – Insalata di Riso

Italian Rice Salad – Insalata Di Riso is the picnic MVP, tossed with veggies, olives, and a flavor-packed dressing that travels well.
Get the Recipe: Italian Rice Salad – Insalata di Riso
Colorful Corn & Avocado Salad
Colorful Corn & Avocado Salad brings the sweet, the creamy, and the crunch—summer in a bowl, no fork fights necessary.
Get the Recipe: Colorful Corn & Avocado Salad
3 Bean Salad
3 Bean Salad is the vintage classic that still slaps—tangy, protein-packed, and ready to hang out in your fridge all week.
Get the Recipe: 3 Bean Salad
Summer Corn and Chickpea Salad
Summer Corn And Chickpea Salad mixes sweet corn, tender chickpeas, and a punchy vinaigrette for a side dish with serious staying power.
Get the Recipe: Summer Corn and Chickpea Salad


