Best 8 Garden Fresh Summer Vegetable Salad Recipes

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Summer is the season of fresh, vibrant vegetables that are perfect for salads. With a variety of colors, textures, and flavors to choose from, summer vegetables offer endless possibilities for creating delicious and nutritious salads. From classic dishes like tomato and cucumber salad to more unique combinations like grilled corn and black bean salad, summer vegetable salads are a great way to enjoy the flavors of the season. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing side dish or a hearty main course, there's a summer vegetable salad out there for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUMMER GARDEN SALAD



Summer Garden Salad image

Now's the time to raid your garden and herb patch and put together this healthy salad. A touch of mint will make your mouth water.-Jessica Reyno-Joseph, Kissimmee, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
1/2 small cucumber, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped celery
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
2 tablespoons chopped sweet onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
Dash salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
Fresh mint leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Place tomato and cucumber in a small bowl; add the celery, olives, onion, mint and parsley. Toss to combine., In another small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper; pour over tomato mixture and toss to coat. Divide vegetables between two plates; sprinkle with cheese. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN VEGETABLE SALAD



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MY GRANDMA often made this light garden salad. I especially like to serve it in spring and summer, when we can use fresh vegetables from our backyard garden. The tangy Italian dressing is true to tradition. Crisp and refreshing, this salad complements any meal. -Rosalie Wright, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup sliced zucchini
1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small tomato, sliced
1/3 cup sliced green pepper
1/3 cup sliced celery
1/3 cup sliced green onions with tops
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
DRESSING:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all of the vegetables in a salad bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

FRESH GARDEN VEGETABLE SALAD



Fresh Garden Vegetable Salad image

When I got married, I wrote down all of my mother's favorite recipes, including this one. The refreshing salad is good in any season, but it's especially tasty made with homegrown vegetables. -Ramona Sailor of Buhl, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium tomatoes, quartered
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons celery seed
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, green pepper and onion. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, celery seed, mustard and salt; bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute. , Pour over vegetables. Let stand until mixture comes to room temperature. Stir in the cucumber. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARDEN FRESH SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Garden Fresh Summer Vegetable Salad image

"We're always looking for ways to use our garden produce in the summer, and this salad is great because you can use whatever vegetables you have on hand. You'll love the dill dressing,."-Mari Roseberry, Dunning, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup fresh baby carrots
1 cup sliced red onion
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 cup chopped zucchini
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, carrots, onion, tomatoes and zucchini. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SUMMER VEGGIE SALAD



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This is my favorite summer salad to take to picnics and makes the best of summer-time vegetables. Add chopped grilled chicken and take it from a hearty salad into an entree.

Provided by Lisa Striffler

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 ears corn, husked
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 avocados, diced
1 bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ large red onion, thinly sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 limes, zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Place corn into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and cool corn. Cut kernels from cob.
  • Mix corn kernels, black beans, avocados, cilantro, tomatoes, onion, and jalapeno pepper together in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime zest, and lime juice together in a bowl; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 228.2 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

GARDEN FRESH SALAD



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Frugal farm women like myself enjoy fixing meals from their own gardens. This is one of the best salads I've ever tried. It tastes like a bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwich (without the bread)! My whole family loves it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 bunch leaf lettuce, torn
2 cups packed torn spinach
1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced celery
6 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 medium tomato, sliced
DRESSING:
1 cup canola oil
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Chill. Combine dressing ingredients; just before serving, drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

GARDEN FRESH SALAD



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New potatoes and fresh green beans make this salad perfect for summer.

Provided by CHEF17411

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound new red potatoes, scrubbed and halved
1 pound new white potatoes, scrubbed and halved
½ pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped
½ pound fresh wax beans, trimmed and snapped
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 stalks celery, chopped
⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add the green beans and wax beans during the last 2 minutes to blanch them. Drain, and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Cool before adding to the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, dill, salt, and pepper. Add the cooled potatoes and beans, and stir to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 86.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

FRESH VEGETABLE SALAD



Fresh Vegetable Salad image

Best with 'fresh from your garden' vegetables. A crisp, refreshing and simple side dish for those blistering hot summers!

Provided by Gabby

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 28m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cups water
2 cups tri-color rotini pasta
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
2 tomatoes, chopped
½ sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and diced
2 carrots, cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 pinch fresh cracked black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Cook the rotini in boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water until cooled completely; drain. Transfer pasta to a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, and honey together in a bowl; drizzle over pasta and toss to coat. Fold tomatoes, sweet onion, cucumber, carrots, celery, garlic, green onions, parsley, and cilantro individually into the pasta mixture to assure even distribution. Season with black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 18.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Fresh is best: Use the freshest vegetables you can find for the best flavor and texture.
  • Variety is key: Include a variety of vegetables in your salad for a more interesting and flavorful dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: Try different combinations of vegetables and dressings to find your favorite salad recipe.
  • Make it a meal: Add some protein, such as grilled chicken or tofu, to your salad to make it a complete meal.
  • Enjoy! Fresh summer vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of the season.

Conclusion:

Fresh summer vegetable salad is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make a salad that is bursting with flavor and nutrition. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy meal, give fresh summer vegetable salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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