Top 20 summer salads

Top summer salads

1. Epic summer salad

This colourful salad screams summer. Throw together vibrant fruit and veg, add black beans, salty feta and a zesty dressing packed with fresh herbs. All the chopping will be worth it when you dig into a salad that tastes every bit as good as it looks.

2. Peach panzella

Who doesn’t want bread in a salad? The golden brioche croutons go perfectly with juicy peaches, lettuce and mozzarella. It’s fantastic on its own, but pairs very well with barbecued chicken, too.

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3. Marinated tomato salad

Give juicy heirloom tomatoes their time in the limelight with a simple tangy dressing of soy sauce, rice vinegar, chilli and garlic. Serve on a bed of lemony ricotta for an easy but impressive-looking dish to contribute to a barbecue.

4. Roast new potatoes and radishes

Potato salads are a summer staple. This unique take on the classic features roast new potatoes, radishes, pumpkin seeds and spring onions on a bed of creamy Greek yogurt. Sprinkle over chilli flakes for an extra kick.

5. Orzo, feta & prawn pasta salad

Rustle up this easy, on-the-go salad in just 10 minutes. Packed with juicy prawns, orzo, sun-dried tomatoes and crumbled feta, it makes a great family picnic addition.

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6. Spicy cucumber & watermelon salad

This vibrant salad makes a great addition to a summer barbecue, or as a stand-alone dish on its own. Zingy lime, crunchy peanuts, refreshing watermelon and flat noodles make a great combo that you'll be coming back to all summer long.

7. Mediterranean salad with hummus dressing

Enjoy a taste of the Med from your own home with this summer-ready salad. Charred courgettes are combined with punchy olives, juicy cherry tomatoes and chargrilled artichokes for a flavour-packed dish.

8. Green chicken salad

Use a shop-bought rotisserie chicken (or leftover cooked chicken) to make this easy summer salad with crunchy cornichons and cucumber, plus a Dijon mustard and yogurt dressing. Any leftovers would be great wrapped in a tortilla for lunch the following day.

9. Little Gem, griddled courgette & feta shake-up salad

If you have a glut of courgettes, put them to great use in this shake-up salad for one. Taking just 15 minutes all-in, you can get a light and delicious summer salad on the table in no time.

10. Spicy miso salmon & kale salad

Hate soggy salads? This nutritious salad uses kale rather than lettuce to keep your salad crisp until lunchtime even if you've made it in the morning. Sticky miso salmon is combined with a fiery sriracha, soy and apple cider vinegar for a punchy lunch.

11. Bang bang chicken & chickpea shake-up salad

Pack in the protein with this chicken and chickpea salad. Red cabbage, sugar snap peas and carrots add plenty of contrasting textures, and the zingy lime, nut butter and soy dressing brings it all together for a satisfying lunch for two.

12. Spicy lime & mixed bean salad

For an easy, on-the-go lunch this summer, try packing these no-cook jars of mixed beans topped with jalapeños and crunchy tortilla chips. They also make a great speedy option if you're hosting a last-minute barbecue.

13. Baked feta & bean salad

Making the most of leftovers from our summery beans & herby green aïoli this green salad comes together in a matter of minutes. Honey-baked feta adds more protein and the vibrant aïoli is the base of the creamy dressing.

14. Citrussy tofu udon shake-up salad

Make a packed lunch you'll look forward to all morning with this golden tofu, udon noodle and crunchy veg shake-up salad. Taking 20 minutes all-in, it's sure to become a regular in your weekly rotation.

15. Ham & piccalilli salad

Ideal for a hot summer’s day – this easy no-cook salad combines tender ham hock with cheddar, fresh peas, pea shoots and cucumber. Wipe up the last of the zingy piccalilli dressing with some crusty bread.

16. Tomato, goat’s curd & basil salad with raspberry vinegar dressing

Tomatoes are the star of the show here – use a variety of colours and shapes if you can. They taste even better thanks to vinegar puréed with fresh raspberries, creamy goat's curd, aromatic basil and pistachios.

17. Seared tuna & cucumber salad

Try something different with our flavoursome Asian-inspired salad. Barbecued tuna steaks are mixed with radishes, cucumber, ginger, mooli, nori and herbs. Lime juice, wasabi, mirin and soy sauce make this an unforgettable lunch or dinner.

18. Summer allotment salad

Whether you have a bountiful allotment or not, this stunning salad is a celebration of seasonal produce. Spruce up new potatoes with whatever vegetables you can find. We’ve opted for a crunchy combination of cucumbers, radishes and onions, but you could easily customise with fennel, celery or spring onions.

19. Egg & parsley salad with watercress dressing

It’s not a proper picnic without an egg salad! As the star ingredient of this dish, the higher quality the eggs, the better. Top them with a punchy watercress dressing, shallots, parsley and chilli flakes.

20. Halloumi & quinoa fattoush

Our twist on the Middle Eastern classic, this fattoush has griddled halloumi and quinoa for extra protein and texture. The lemon, mint and dill add an irresistible, aromatic brightness.

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