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Salads and Dressings for Spring and Summer

Published: May 8, 2023 · Modified: May 19, 2023 by Stacey

Spring and summer bring about this time where we shift from thinking of big plates of lasagna and meat pies to big bowls of salad, right? My brain goes through this every year. By the end of April, I'm craving my greens: romaine, arugula, micro, butter lettuce - you name it, I want it. Dressings, greens, veggies, crunchy things, chewy things, these are all things I love with my salads. So I thought I would offer up my best spring and summer salads and dressings for you. Enjoy!

Avocado, Tomato, Cucumber Salad w/Basil, Dill & Feta

This light, herby, avocado, tomato, cucumber salad is a great healthy meal option or side salad to any protein!

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overhead shot of four steak salads with pickled red onions and bleu cheese as well as campari tomatoes, avocado chunks and homemade balsamic vinaigrette

Steak Salad with Pickled Red Onions & Bleu Cheese

When spring and summer hit, I am all about steak salad with pickled red onions and bleu cheese. A fantastic, healthier meal option for brunch, lunch or dinner.

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Warm Goat Cheese Salad with Toasted Pine Nuts & Dried Cherries

Warm goat cheese salad with toasted pine nuts, dried cherries and radish? Can you say summer salad? You'll love this light meal option. The warm goat cheese really makes it!

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Kale, Radish & Parsley Salad with Fennel, Carrots & Walnuts

This kale, radish and parsley salad makes for a vibrant summer selection. A healthy lunch or a dinner side salad - this fresh, bright salad is a winner!

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overhead view of onah crab salad with basil vinaigrette and asparagus

Jonah Crab & Asparagus Salad w/Basil Vinaigrette

Lump Jonah crab, asparagus, greens, homemade croutons and a basil vinaigrette. This salad is the perfect light lunch or dinner that fills you up and leaves you feeling great!

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Fresh Summer Basil Vinaigrette

This tangy summer basil vinaigrette is the perfect topping for any number of salads. Easy to make and ready in no time.

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Sweet and Tangy Blood Orange Vinaigrette

This sweet and tangy blood orange vinaigrette is an excellent choice for a salad topper. Easy to make and great on most salads!

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mason jar filled with super tangy garlic scape vinaigrette with garlic scapes, lemon, olive oil, mustard and honey in background on cutting board

Super Tangy Garlic Scape Vinaigrette

With my CSA garlic scapes in hand I give you this super tangy garlic scape vinaigrette perfect for all your summer salad needs.

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this is my favorite balsamic vinaigrette add all ingredients to a mason jar, give it a shake and you're done

My Favorite Balsamic Vinaigrette

My favorite balsamic vinaigrette is made from ingredients I always have on hand. It's the perfect salad topping and super easy to make.

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