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.

Spaghetti Salad by Salad Foodie

Fresh garden veggies are the stand-out in this pasta salad recipe -perfect for summer's garden harvest. Pretty as a picture when served in a clear glass bowl. Use 3/4 cup of your favorite Italian Dressing, or prepare the dressing below. VARIATIONS TO CONSIDER: Use whole grain spaghetti. Add chopped pepperoni and cubed mozzarella…

3 Pepper BBQ Potato Salad by Sissy37

A great unusual potato salad with a little heat.

Summer Chicken Salad by Carolinaheartstrings

I love chicken salad and I REALLY LOVE chicken salad when the red grapes are at their best in the summer. The creaminess of the mayonnaise and the slight tart sweetness of the grapes make the perfect combination. Dig in and enjoy!

Orange Chipotle Vinaigrette by Bob Vincent

This recipe is adapted from one by Julie Campoy in her book Julienne. I made some changes to it. I added garlic, used more honey and reduced 50% more orange juice. I also added Mexican oregano and cut back on the cumin a bit. This produces a thin vinaigrette. If you want it thicker whisk in a couple of tablespoons of mayonnaise.…

Simple Squash Salad by Catherine Pappas

Tuna and Cannellini Bean Salad by Kyra Martin

I really liked this. Nice and light and great for summer!

Cucumber and Yogurt Salad by Kyra Martin

Great alternative to tzatziki.

Overnight Layered Salad by Ronda

Crispy and fresh ingredients makes this salad a hit at a potluck dinner.

Summertime, Anytime Salad by Linda Oefelein

This is a delightful and delicious light and quick salad that everyone will enjoy - summertime or anytime!!

Black Bean Salsa by J. Gino Genovesi

This is quick and easy dish which is a must in summer time or picnic time.

Warm Sautéed Lettuce Salad by Catherine Pappas

This serves as a nice side vegetable dish.

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.

Mickey's Baked Beans by sally

If you have time, make a day ahead of time and refrigerate overnight to enhance flavor.

Orzo Pasta Salad 2 by sally