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Stuck in a salad slump? We’ll help! These are some of our favorite recipes for anyone looking for exciting, abundant and full-flavored summer salads.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Everyone seems to be talking about summer salads right now. I\u2019ll be honest: The only way I can get myself to eat a salad daily is if it\u2019s exciting. I am quite picky and often find myself gravitating toward salads that use only in-season ingredients, out-of-this-world dressings and easy-to-prepare components. That\u2019s a tall order, but these salads fit the bill. They\u2019re bountiful with the summer harvest, very easy to meal prep<\/a> and, most importantly, exciting<\/em>. Dress them up further with other intriguing elements, like Hawaiian roll croutons<\/a>, freshly minced chives or, my favorite, blue cheese crumbles from a quality wedge. We always look forward to favorite salad recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n 1<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 2<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 3<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 4<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 5<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 6<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 7<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 8<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 9<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 10<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 11<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span> From the Recipe Creator:<\/span> Nutrition Facts:<\/span> 12<\/span>\/<\/span>14<\/span><\/p>\n Total Time<\/span> Servings<\/span>Recipes
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\n\t\t\tSummer Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t50 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t10 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tI came up with this recipe to show appreciation to all the teachers at my son\u2019s school. The dish had to be as special as the teachers, who always go the extra mile for their students. I think this salad did the trick! It’s hearty, earthy, sweet and loaded with nothing but good stuff. \u2014Ramya Ramamurthy, Fremont, California\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 269 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 700mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b> 2 starch, 2 fat.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tPeach Caprese Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t15 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t6 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tWhen you have beautiful, juicy summer produce, you want to let it shine. This refreshing peach Caprese salad is made with sweet peaches, juicy ripe tomatoes, earthy basil and buttery mozzarella with just a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of flaky salt for the ultimate seasonal side. \u2014Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t1 serving: 286 calories, 21g fat (11g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tMediterranean Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t20 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t28 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tGot a crowd coming over for a backyard barbecue? This crisp, big-batch Mediterranean salad recipe makes a great accompaniment to any main dish you fix on the grill. \u2014Pat Stevens, Granbury, Texas\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 69 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b>1 vegetable, 1 fat.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tStrawberry Spinach Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t25 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t10 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tSpinach salad looks best-dressed when dotted with luscious red strawberries and toasted pecans. Finish it with a sweet poppy seed dressing. \u2014Erin Loughmiller, Ridgecrest, California<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t1 cup: 141 calories, 11g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 23mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b>1-1\/2 fat, 1\/2 starch.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tShrimp Avocado Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t25 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t6 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tThe delicious taste and smooth texture of avocados and the crisp shrimp salad create a heavenly combination. Serve the salad as a cool and satisfying lunch or a light, quick and easy dinner. \u2014Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup avocado mixture: 252 calories, 16g fat (2g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b>3 fat, 2 lean meat, 1\/2 starch.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tSpinach and Beet Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t45 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t10 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tHere’s a super easy salad that looks and tastes festive but is also wonderful all year round. Vinaigrette dressing coats the greens nicely. \u2014Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 113 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. \t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tBlueberry Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t15 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t8 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tBlueberries are a fun surprise in this salad. I received the recipe from a co-worker’s wife, and it’s become one of my favorites. \u2014Heidi Gilleland, Lees Summit, Missouri\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t1 serving: 254 calories, 24g fat (5g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. \t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tGreek Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t20 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t8 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tThe heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese. \u2014Arge Salvatori, Little Ferry, New Jersey \t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 148 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 389mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b>2 vegetable, 2 fat.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tQuinoa Tabbouleh\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t35 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t8 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tTabbouleh is a super fresh, mostly parsley salad with finely cracked wheat, juicy tomatoes, onion, fresh lemon juice, good quality extra virgin olive oil and a hint of fragrant mint. I added a little gluten-free twist to this recipe by replacing the cracked wheat with quinoa. Then I also added some cucumbers for a nice crunch. For a delicious and colorful appetizer, serve it in butter lettuce cups or endive leaves. \u2014Nikki Haddad, Germantown, Maryland<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 160 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 258mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: 1-1\/2 fat, 1 starch.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tGreen Bean Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t30 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t16 servings (3\/4 cup each)<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tServe up those green beans in a whole new way\u2013with a green bean salad recipe! The tangy flavors and crunch of these balsamic green beans complement any special meal or holiday potluck. \u2014Megan Spencer, Farmington Hills, Michigan\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 77 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: <\/b>1 vegetable, 1 fat.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tSummer Corn Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t20 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t4 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\n\t\t\tThis beautiful salad truly captures the summer season. It’s chock-full of fresh veggies and basil, and feta cheese gives it a rich, tangy flavor the whole family will love. \u2014Priscilla Yee, Concord, California<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n\t\t\t\t3\/4 cup: 136 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 231mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: <\/b>1-1\/2 fat, 1 starch.\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nRecipes
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\n\t\t\tGrilled Chicken Caesar Salad\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t30 min<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\t\t6 servings<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n