There always seems to come a point in the middle of summer when the heat is a-blazin' and unbearable, and not a single warm dish sounds appetizing. When that time rolls around, it's mandatory to have a recipe on hand that is cool, refreshing, and, as an added bonus, nourishing. German Cucumber Salad checks all those boxes and then some! Crunchy cucumbers and sweet onions swim in a rejuvenating, creamy, and sweet German-inspired dressing. The part that will make your ears perk up — this delightful, flavorful salad is chilled and eaten cold! German Cucumber Salad is here to ensure you stay as cool as a cucumber this season!

Light, airy, and tasty — sounds like the Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad is here to energize your lunchtime! Fresh spinach and plump strawberries love frolicking with savory, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy-sweet, candied pecans! When joined along with the Dijonnaise dressing, you'll know from the first bite there won't be a bit left over! Forkful after forkful, Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad is the breezy meal getaway everyone will be craving!

When you think of the picture-perfect antipasto salad for all of your summer backyard barbecues, you didn't know it, but you always imagine America's Favorite Pasta Salad... it's just so perfect! Well, now you can taste and see it in real life! Packed full of salty, cold meats, juicy veggies, and bouncy fusilli, the tangy red wine vinaigrette really adds fireworks to this patriotic pasta dish. Brimming full of flavor and pride, America's Favorite Pasta Salad, we salute you!

Giving floral, juicy peach slices a kiss from the grill unlocks a new dimension to their already eternal summer flavor! That's why Fresh Grilled Peach Salad puts those delicious grilled slices front and center! On top of a bed of fresh arugula speckled with sharp feta, the peach slices shine like the afternoon sun! A tangy homemade vinaigrette doesn't go amiss either! Fresh Grilled Peach Salad is a refreshing new way to enjoy your favorite greens and fruits while they're in season!

When the time has finally come to put away the puffy coats and pull out the jean shorts, then you know what that means! You must throw the first backyard bash of the season. To celebrate the freshness, it's basically a requirement to serve this Summer Herb Pasta Salad alongside all those delicious meats you're grilling up. This blend of crisp and cool veggies and herbs with some bouncy rotini pasta will be the perfect, refreshing flare your food fest needed. Ahh, it's nice to have the warm weather back so we can properly enjoy this Summer Herb Pasta Salad!

When the thoughts of summer come a knockin', it is time to open the door and welcome back all the salad recipes! Greekly Yours Salad adds the perfect flare to your summer salad menu. Cheesy tortellini take charge of this salad, mixed with some plump grape tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, ripe Kalamata olives, robust red onions, and savory feta cheese. All tossed together with a perfectly seasoned dressing, each yummy ingredient plays a tasty role in making this a fantastic addition to your summer potluck spread. Greekly Yours Salad brings all the things you love about a "takeout" type of salad and lets you enjoy them whenever you like, in a fresher way. With no delivery drivers begging for a tip at your door, you can say hello to summer with a smile!

Super refreshing doesn't even begin to describe That Grapefruit Salad. The mixed greens are garden-goodness in a bowl, and the sharp and sour grapefruit adds a new dimension to the salad that you didn't know was possible! Topped with distinctly tangy feta cheese and crunchy pepitas, then dressed in a sweet and citrusy dressing, That Grapefruit Salad is sure to amaze, dazzle, and impress. Let the summer heat roll off you with a bowl of this salad!

Steakhouse salads are some of the best salads found anywhere, perfectly suited to energize and refresh anyone caught in the summer heat. So, it's no surprise that Summer Night Steak Salad is the perfect way to cool down and unwind when the stars are bright. The steak is juicy, rosy, and savory, complementing the tang of the blue cheese and the fresh garden flavor of the arugula. The pan-seared, bright bell peppers and fragrant shallots only heighten the summery feeling of this bountiful bowl. Summer Night Steak Salad could be a full meal in its own right, so you may just be tempted to make it your main course!

Mom knows how to wow at potlucks, cookouts, and summer dinner parties with ease. All she has to do is make Momma's Tortellini Pasta Salad and the gratitude from her friends and guests just starts rolling in! Tender, cheese-filled tortellini in a dressing that's equal parts sweet, tangy, bright, and smooth, with plenty of creamy mozzarella cheese, savory salami, and spicy peppers to really keep things exciting! Momma's Tortellini Pasta Salad will make all other pasta salads seem not quite as dynamic in comparison.

Classic Italian appetizer meets classic American cookout side! Bruschetta Pasta Salad has the rich tomato, herbaceous flavors, and sharp parmesan of its namesake app, with a little tang from balsamic vinegar to help bring out the bold flavors. Instead of crunchy bread, tender pasta helps carry those tastes to your eager tastebuds! This Bruschetta Pasta Salad adds a little more refreshment to the summer barbeque menu!

No fruit seems quite like summer as much as watermelon does. Therefore, no salad feels quite like summer as much as this Watermelon Summer Salad does! Juicy watermelon, refreshing cantaloupe, and crisp apples mingle in a simple, sunny lemon dressing with a few cooling herbs to make the most of the season's scrumptious fruits! Quick and easy, Watermelon Summer Salad makes even the hottest day a little cooler!

Isn't it interesting how every season has certain colors, smells, and flavors to go along with them? We're not sure who is responsible for the origin of all of those but wow, we appreciate them. That's why we made the Colors-of-Summer Salad. We love the summertime so much and we wanted to make a bite that reminds us of it every time! The sweet, juicy blend of the mangoes and blueberries, combined with the smooth avocado just creates that summer sensation in a bowl we were longing for. The fun pops of color joined together make it all even better. So, whether we're in the midst of our favorite season or longing for it, this Colors-of-Summer Salad is what we'll be turning to make all our senses happy!

Is it even summer if you haven't taken a bite out of a juicy watermelon yet?! We don't think so! Let's make that happen, but with a delightfully spicy twist, thanks to this Summer's Mexican Fruit Salad! The sweet flavor from your favorite warm weather fruit gets sprinkled with a Tajín^® kick and a creamy cotija cheese blast to create a tastebud sensation you didn't know you were missing... a very, very refreshing one! It's the perfect bite when you're snackin' by the pool or better yet, the most delicious and fun side for all the cookouts you'll be headed to this year! Garnished with a little bit of fresh cilantro and bursting jalapeños, Summer's Mexican Fruit Salad will make you feel like you're living in a summer fantasy with just one bite!

Summertime is for salads, and we just love everything about it! Any excuse to chow down on a refreshing, crunchy munch like this Barley Salad makes us all the more excited for the fun and freedom the season brings. Whether you're basking in the sun right now, or simply longing to, this big bowl of fluffy barley tossed with summer-fresh veggies, creamy feta cheese, and your favorite Greek dressing is sure to make all your winter blues melt away. Let the sunshine in (actually or metaphorically), grab a fork, and soak up every ounce of warm weather flavor Barley Salad has to offer!

A mix of corn and tomatoes, this Fresh Corn Salad just screams summer. It’s the ideal side to grilled steak, burgers, or chicken as you’ll need the grill anyway to prepare the corn. The tangy dressing is a perfect complement to the sweet and bright salad. Fresh Corn Salad is healthy and vegan, making it a great thing to bring along to a summer barbecue.

The flavors of the Southwest aren't just about the grill. Sometimes, it's about the distinct refreshment that can only be found on the borderlands. Southwest Avocado Salad puts these vibrant yet relaxing flavors on display, with a bright and zesty lime dressing coating creamy avocados, summery corn, juicy bell peppers, spicy jalapeños, and hearty black beans. All that Southwest Avocado Salad needs is a crown of sharp cheese and crispy tortilla strips to make it a mighty fine experience for the tastebuds! So easy, so fresh, so Southwest!

A picnic without a pasta salad is like a picnic without a picnic blanket; you can do it, sure, but doesn't it just feel wrong? And if you're going to make a pasta salad, it's best to make an amazing one, right? Picnic Pesto Salad is that amazing pasta salad, with its Greek-inspired blend of tangy olives and artichokes, sharp and creamy feta cheese, juicy grape tomatoes, and of course, tender pasta. For a summery flair, the pasta is dressed in an herbaceous pesto dressing that's light and refreshing and just a joy! When you lay out the luncheon spread under your favorite picnic tree, this Picnic Pesto Salad should be front and center!

Summer isn't just a time for salads. It's also a time to expand what the concept of salad can mean! Take a look at this Whole Grain Summer Salad, a fresh take on both veggie salads and pasta salads. The bed of fluffy, nutty quinoa cushions fresh cucumber, tomatoes, and a tangy sauce, making this dish refreshing, filling, and nourishing all at once! This is eating healthier taken to the height of luxury! It's time to celebrate all that summer promises with this Whole Grain Summer Salad!

This fresh, herby, bulgar wheat salad originates from the Middle East and is the perfect spring and summer side! Eat Tabbouleh as a salad or even with some hummus and pita bread like a dip. With lemon juice, parsley, mint, and cucumber, Tabbouleh is the most refreshing dish you will ever eat. It will certainly make the day that much sunnier!

Superfoods to the rescue! A true superfood offers maximum nutritional benefits for minimal calories; they are typically packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Summer Superfood Kale Salad takes advantage of multiple superfoods, including leafy green kale and bright sweet blueberries. With plenty of nutty crunch and fruit brightness, Summer Superfood Kale Salad will wow you with its superior flavors!

When the weather is just right, being outside at all times of the day is a must—meal times included! The Ultimate Picnic Salad is the perfect go-to when you want to whip something up quickly and not miss a minute of the glorious sunshine. With every bite, you'll enjoy some cheesy tortelloni, a mix of crunchy fresh greens, juicy ​​tomatoes, bitter artichokes, and salty parmesan cheese. It's all tossed together in a sweet and savory dressing that will make your day even brighter! Grab your favorite ice-cold summery drink and a quilt and enjoy the Ultimate Picnic Salad!

Bean salads are quite something, aren't they? They're heartier than your average salad, loaded with more protein to keep you going, yet they're so versatile too! Take a look at Summer Bean Salad: the green beans provide extra refreshment on a hot day, the white beans are creamy and tender, the dressing is tangy and light, and the herbs are fragrant and inviting. How better to spend a summer day than by eating some Summer Bean Salad while kicking back? It's the seasonal sensation you'll be raving about!

You will not be able to get enough of this crisp, refreshing salad. Summer Chicken & Pomegranate Salad tossed together juicy chicken, garden-fresh lettuce, bright tomatoes, creamy avocado, and sweet and tart pomegranate for huge bursts of flavors and textures. Coated with a tangy and smooth vinaigrette, Summer Chicken & Pomegranate Salad is best enjoyed on picnics or anywhere else where you can take advantage of the summer sun! Each bite inspires beaming smiles!