Salads you’ll actually love: 15 recipes to rock your taste buds

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From vibrant and refreshing combinations to bold and unexpected flavors, these salads are anything but ordinary. Whether you’re a salad lover or a skeptic, prepare to be amazed as we dive into a world of culinary creativity, where greens take center stage in the most exciting and delicious ways imaginable.

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Kung Pao Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Vegan Couscous salad

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Vegan Couscous Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the vibrant flavors of this vegan couscous salad, a great way to use up produce from your garden and enjoy a light and nutritious meal. The combination of couscous, fresh vegetables, and herbs creates a delightful medley of tastes.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Couscous salad

Summer Pasta Salad

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Summer Pasta Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Embrace the flavors of summer with this colorful and refreshing pasta salad, a great choice for a complete meal on hot days when you don’t want to cook. Enjoy the medley of fresh vegetables, herbs, and pasta tossed in a light dressing with no mayonnaise.
Get the Recipe: Summer Pasta Salad

Tomato Quinoa Salad

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Tomato Quinoa Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful combination of tomatoes, cucumber and quinoa in this wholesome salad — a great way to use up fresh produce from your garden and enjoy a satisfying summer meal. Experience the harmony of this tasty salad you can make ahead.
Get the Recipe: Tomato Quinoa Salad

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

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Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Enjoy a fresh twist on salads with this shaved Brussels sprouts salad, bringing a satisfying crunch to every bite—a great option for a light and refreshing summer meal. Discover the delightful combination of Brussels sprouts, parmesan, and tangy homemade dressing.
Get the Recipe: Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Kung Pao Chicken Salad

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Kung Pao Chicken Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Spice up your salad routine with this flavorful Kung Pao chicken salad, combining zesty and savory elements—a perfect choice for hot summer days when salads are a go-to meal. Enjoy the balance of chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
Get the Recipe: Kung Pao Chicken Salad

Hearts of Palm Salad

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Hearts of palm salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Elevate your salad game with this unique and flavorful hearts of palm salad, a great way to use up fresh produce from your garden and enjoy a satisfying meal. Experience the delicate flavors of hearts of palm, tomatoes and cucumbers tossed in a light vinaigrette in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Hearts of Palm Salad

Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad

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Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the taste of the Mediterranean with this refreshing salad, featuring crisp cucumber and juicy tomatoes—a perfect side dish for any summer gathering. Delight the flavors that transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean on this fun take on a panzarella salad.
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad

Lemon Kale Salad

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Kale Lemon Salad. Photo Credit: Honest and Truly.

Savor the zesty freshness of this lemon kale salad, a perfect choice for hot weather. Embrace the nutritious benefits of kale and the burst of citrus that gets tempered by parmesan in this invigorating dish.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Kale Salad

Avocado Tomato Salad

Avocado tomato salad in a wooden bowl.
Avocado tomato salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Indulge in the creamy goodness of this avocado tomato salad, whether as a side dish or a refreshing meal on a hot day. Experience the harmony of ripe avocados and juicy tomatoes, complemented by a tangy dressing that takes just a couple minutes to make, all tossed with crunchy romaine.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Tomato Salad

Goat Cheese and Dried Cherry Salad

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Dried cherry and goat cheese salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Fall in love with the unique combination of tangy goat cheese and sweet dried cherries in this delightful salad, a perfect choice for days when it’s too hot to cook. Enjoy the rich flavors and textures that this salad brings to your table.
Get the Recipe: Goat Cheese and Dried Cherry Salad

Spinach Caprese Salad

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Spinach Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the classic combination of spinach and caprese flavors in this refreshing and vibrant salad — a perfect choice for hot weather when salads make a delicious and satisfying meal. Experience the symphony of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and prosciutto with every forkful.
Get the Recipe: Spinach Caprese Salad

Spinach Orzo Salad

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Dive into the refreshing flavors of this spinach orzo salad, a great summer salad that will keep you cool and satisfied. Enjoy the vibrant colors and textures of herbs and spices with the feta, orzo and spinach in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Spinach Orzo Salad

Harvest Quinoa Salad

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Harvest Quinoa Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

all in love with the flavors of this harvest quinoa salad, featuring a delightful blend of butternut squash, roasted red peppers, dried cranberries, feta, and more — a great option for a light and nutritious summer meal. This is a perfect make ahead salad to enjoy all summer long.
Get the Recipe: Harvest Quinoa Salad

Cucumber Salad

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Cucumber Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Refresh and hydrate with this cool and crisp cucumber salad, perfect as a side dish on hot summer days when cooking is out of the question. Enjoy the simplicity of fresh cucumbers, herbs, and a tangy dressing that will invigorate your palate.
Get the Recipe: Cucumber Salad

BBQ Vinaigrette Dressing

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BBQ Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Don’t forget the dressing. Elevate your salad dressing with this smoky and tangy BBQ vinaigrette, adding a burst of flavor to any salad creation—a perfect addition to your hot weather meals when salads are the star. Transform your salads with the rich and bold taste of barbecue in every bite.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Vinaigrette Dressing

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