Cucumber Salad (vinegar style) by Denise Sherin

My mom's been making this since we were little, it so refreshing in the summer time. It's basic and simple and great at picnics and bbq's and with no mayo in it won't spoil in the summer heat.

Grilled Vegetable Salad by Mihir Shah

Inspired by The Ivy in Santa Monica, this is a wonderful spring salad that can be served as a side to grilled meats or as a main for lunch or a light dinner. I think the grilled corn makes the dish. Can also add grilled and chopped chicken to create a full meal.

Tuna Macaroni by Deepti Naik

Pear & Celery Salad by Chef Smith

Spinach Strawberry Salad by Now We're Cooking!

Great summer salad that combines savory and sweet flavors, and can be easily modified to suit many different palates

Pineapple & Stone Fruit Salad by redkathy

Similar to an Ambrosia salad, this simple summer salad is made with a variety of stone fruits and pineapple. The addition of coconut oil and sunflower seeds adds texture and a nutty tropical flavor.

Fiesta Chopped Salad by Salad Foodie

I’m on a mission to find great new (to me) recipes using zucchini, and this perky salad was the first to be tried. A healthy colorful side salad, full of summer garden veggies with a refreshing light dressing. It meets my criteria for a “Keeper.” Score One!

Zucchini, Yellow Squash & Radish Salad by Salad Foodie

So colorful, light and refreshing, this goes over well at summer feeds, and helps use up your garden harvest. Make this in advance to allow a thorough chilling, about 2 hours. It's best served the day made. Sub any veggies you want for variations, or change to a main dish salad over pasta. Leftovers can top salad greens for yet…

Sauteed Pineapple Salad by Wendi Taylor

Delicious sauteed pineapple slices with a hint of cinnamon and sugar, served on a bed of fresh green lettuce and sprinkled with grated cheddar cheese. Perfect salad course for holiday meals or dinner parties.

Bacon, Bell Pepper and Bean Salad by Elizabeth @Taste & Sprout

This Bacon, Bell Pepper and Bean Salad would keep well sitting out for a couple of hours at a potluck. It's super quick to throw together and is adaptable to whatever is on hand. Certainly couscous, barley, rice, farro or quinoa would work just as well.

Italian Linguine Salad by Robyn Savoie

This is a family favorite all summer long. With all the different pasta's out there, feel free to it change up.

Zesty Vegetable Coleslaw by Robyn Savoie

Delight in light! Here's a slaw that boasts a healthful glow. Great during those summer heat waves. When cabbage comes into season, buy from a farmstand. Shred along with 1 carrot, using a Cuisinart food processor.

Bacon Stuffed Shell Salad by Robyn Savoie

This recipe takes pasta salad to a big flavor level. Great to make ahead and serve for a simple luncheon. Serve with fresh seasonal fruit.