Refreshing Summer Salad Ideas You Need to Try Now
Embrace the summer with these delicious and nutritious salad recipes. They will make your meals fresh and flavorful throughout the season and are easy to pull together. Each dish offers a burst of flavors and is easily customizable to suit your preferences too. We love them so much, you’ll even find some on the Cookonnect menu! Whether you're hosting a cookout or preparing a quick family meal, these salads are sure to delight everyone at the table. We hope you find new ideas and joyful tastebuds through this culinary inspiration!
Watermelon and Feta Salad:
At Cookonnect, our customers love this salad served with our Seasoned Tilapia with Lemon Parsley Israeli Couscous. Just combine juicy watermelon cubes with crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint leaves, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It's a sweet and savory combination that's incredibly refreshing. Here’s a recipe for it too!
Caprese Salad Skewers
Now this one is fun for the whole family, kids especially. Skewer cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil leaves on toothpicks or short skewers. Drizzle with a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper and you’re done! Now you have a classic and easy summer salad that even your kiddos can assemble and enjoy.
Grilled Peach Salad
Bringing together one of our favorite summer fruits and the grill sounds like a dream for summer! Grill peach halves until they have nice grill marks, then slice and toss them with mixed greens, crumbled goat cheese, toasted almonds, and a light honey vinaigrette. The combination of sweet and smoky flavors is delightful and an absolute crowd pleaser for your next cookout. Need more detail in the process? Check out this recipe.
Asian Cucumber Salad
Looking for something with more international flavors? Thinly slice cucumbers and toss them with shredded carrots, sliced red onions, chopped cilantro, and a dressing made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a touch of honey. It's a crisp and tangy salad that pairs well with grilled meats. Use this recipe for more direction.
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
We love a good quinoa salad like this one. Just cook the quinoa according to the package instructions and let it cool. Mix it with diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. It's a light and protein-packed salad.
Thai Mango Salad
Super easy and so flavorful - just follow this easy recipe. We’ve also included easy steps for you here. Combine thinly sliced mangoes, shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, fresh mint leaves, and chopped peanuts (optional). Toss with a dressing made from lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a zesty and tropical salad.
Berry Spinach Salad
Clearly, fruit is the star in summer and should be in your salads too! Toss fresh baby spinach with a mix of berries like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Add some crumbled goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and a light vinaigrette. Now, you have a vibrant and antioxidant-rich salad!
Remember, you can always customize these salads by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for an extra protein boost. Or, if you find yourself tempted by these tantalizing summer salad recipes but prefer to skip the kitchen prep, remember that Cookonnect offers a convenient solution. Our talented chefs are ready to create fresh and flavorful dishes for you, ensuring every bite is delightful. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a healthy meal, let Cookonnect take care of the culinary details while you savor the season. Explore our menu today and discover how easy it is to enjoy gourmet salads and so much more without the fuss. Cheers to a summer filled with delicious moments!
