Best 10 Summer Vegetable Salad Recipes

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As the sun shines brightly and the days grow longer, it's time to embrace the bounty of fresh, seasonal produce that summer has to offer. From crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes to sweet corn and tender zucchini, there's an abundance of vegetables that are at their peak of flavor during the summer months. One of the best ways to enjoy these delicious ingredients is to create a vibrant and refreshing summer vegetable salad. With its colorful array of ingredients and light, tangy dressing, a summer vegetable salad is the perfect dish to enjoy on a warm day, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, packing a picnic lunch, or simply looking for a healthy and flavorful meal.

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SUMMER VEGETABLE PESTO RIBBON SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Summer Vegetable Pesto Ribbon Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: zucchinis, yellow squashes, carrots, grape tomato, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh basil, fresh parsley, cashews, garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, olive oil

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 zucchinis
2 yellow squashes
2 carrots
2 cups grape tomato
olive oil, for drizzling
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 cups fresh basil
1 cup fresh parsley
½ cup cashews
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut the ends off the zucchini. With a vegetable peeler, shave off as many thin slices as possible and transfer a large bowl. Repeat with the yellow squash and carrots.
  • Place the grape tomatoes between 2 large plates or tupperware lids. Press down, securing the tomatoes in place, and use a long, sharp knife to slice the tomatoes in half. Add to the bowl with the shaved vegetables.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
  • Make the pesto: Add the basil, parsley, cashews, garlic, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil to a food processor and process until smooth.
  • Spoon the pesto onto the shaved vegetables and mix well with tongs until fully coated and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 9 grams

BASMATI RICE WITH SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Basmati Rice with Summer Vegetable Salad image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Rice     Tomato     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Lunch     Pea     Radish     Squash     Summer     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups cooked basmati rice, cooled
2 cups bite-size pieces assorted vegetables (such as radishes, tomatoes, peas, summer squash) or carrot ribbons
3/4 cup torn mixed leafy greens, sprouts, and herbs
1/3 cup chopped red, yellow, or white onion or scallions
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Pulse first 4 ingredients in a blender until combined; season with salt and pepper. With blender running, slowly drizzle in oil. Process dressing until well blended.
  • Place remaining ingredients in a large bowl; drizzle with 3 tablespoons dressing and toss to coat. Pass remaining dressing alongside for drizzling over.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Summer Vegetable Salad image

THIS SALAD is not only delicious, it helped our family weather the Depression. I still remember lining up with Papa to receive dried beans and a 10-pound sack of yellow cornmeal. We used the cornmeal to make polenta. Mother made this salad with vegetables from the garden, and it really tasted good with the polenta. -Rudy Mancini, Calistoga, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon sugar, optional
1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small red onion, sliced into rings
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, pepper and sugar if desired. Add remaining ingredients and toss gently. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CREAMY SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Creamy Summer Vegetable Salad image

Mother made this salad whenever we barbecued. It's easy to fix, goes well with meat or chicken and is a good way to utilize garden vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 medium tomatoes, chopped
3 large cucumbers, seeded and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
10 radishes, sliced
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon celery seed, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, onion and radishes. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add to vegetables and toss to coat. , Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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

ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Roasted Summer Vegetable Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ear corn - grilled, shucked, and cut off the cob
1 red pepper -- roasted, peeled, and cut into a 1/2-inch dice
1 tomato -- grilled, peeled, seeded, and cut into a 1/2-inch dice
2 zucchini or other summer squash -- cut into 1/2-inch slices, grilled, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 ounces extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients. Marinate for 30 minutes. Adjust seasonings to taste.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Summer Vegetable Salad image

This simple salad is seasoned with nothing more than salt, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Made with fresh summer produce, it allows the vegetables' flavor and sweetness to shine through, needing little adornment. But you can also dress the salad with oil and vinegar and garnish with some meaty anchovy fillets, or use an anchovy vinaigrette (see note); these are just as delicious spooned over large spicy arugula leaves. Halved nine-minute eggs would be another nice accompaniment.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     brunch, lunch, beans, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups fresh coco, cranberry beans or other fresh shelling beans, from about 2 pounds in the pod
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 sprig thyme or rosemary, or 1 bay leaf
1 pound Romano beans (sometimes called flat beans or runner beans), topped and tailed
2 medium eggplants (about 1 pound), peeled, if desired
1 1/2 pounds medium and cherry tomatoes, preferably of different colors, quartered, cut into wedges, or halved, as necessary
Anchovy fillets or anchovy vinaigrette, optional (see note)
Basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Put the shelling beans in a pot with water just to cover. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, a good pinch of salt and herb sprig. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer for about 30 minutes, until beans are tender. Remove from heat, but let beans remain in their broth to stay moist.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the Romano beans and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, leaving them slightly al dente. Drain and spread the beans out on a large plate to cool.
  • Cut eggplant crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Paint each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides, then season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • On a hot grill, under a hot broiler, or in a dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, cook eggplant slices, in batches, for about 3 minutes per side until softened and lightly browned. With a spatula, transfer slices to a platter in one layer to cool.
  • To assemble the salad, drain the shelling beans (save broth for another use), discarding herb sprig, and place in a wide, deep platter or salad bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper and a tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Season the Romano beans and tomatoes lightly with salt and pepper and a tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Top shelling beans with Romano beans and tomatoes and toss briefly. Tuck grilled eggplant slices here and there. Garnish with basil leaves and anchovy fillets, if using. Drizzle with vinaigrette, if using. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 95, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 630 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD WITH RICOTTA



Roasted Summer Vegetable Salad with Ricotta image

Roasting brings out the best in vegetables, and the ricotta and herb topping elevates them into a super side dish or a standalone meal.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 medium tomatoes, cut 1/4-inch slices
2 medium zucchini, cut 1/4-inch slices
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut 1/4-inch slices
1 medium red or yellow bell pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, toss tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, thyme, oil and salt. Spread in single layer on 2 ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Divide vegetables evenly among 4 serving plates. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BASMATI RICE WITH SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Basmati Rice with Summer Vegetable Salad image

I found this recipe on epicurious.com. It is a great salad to use up summer vegetables. I used 4 different ones. It was great and my husband ate up all the leftovers, such as they were. I tripled the recipe for company over for dinner. We loved it.

Provided by Jolayne Cooper

Categories     Other Salads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 smalll shallot, chopped
2 Tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/3 c olive oil
2 c cooked basmati rice, cooled
2 c bite-size pieces assorted vegetables (such as radishes, tomatoes, peas, summer squash) or carrot ribbons
3/4 c torn mixed leafy greens, sprouts, and herbs
1/3 c chopped red, yellow, or white onion or scallions
2 Tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Pulse first 4 ingredients in a blender until combined; season with salt and pepper. with blender running, slowly drizzle in oil. Process dressing until well blended.
  • 2. Place remaining ingredients in a large bowl; drizzle with 3 tablespoons dressing and toss to coat. Pass remaining dressing alongside for drizzling over.
  • 3. NOTES: As you will see in my picture, I didn't use the mixed leafy greens. I also used much more than 3 tablespoons of the dressing. I don't like a dry salad.

SUMMER VEGETABLE SALAD



Summer Vegetable Salad image

Categories     Salad     Mushroom     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Steam     Vegetarian     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
2 small yellow summer squash, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
8 ounces mushrooms, quartered
12 cherry tomatoes, stemmed, halved
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 3/4 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Steam zucchini and summer squash until just tender, about 6 minutes. Drain well. Transfer to medium bowl. Add mushrooms and tomatoes.
  • Combine mustard and vinegar in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Add oregano and cumin. Mix dressing into vegetables. Season with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
  • Choose a variety of vegetables. This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a summer vegetable salad, so feel free to get creative and try new things.
  • Make ahead of time. Summer vegetable salads are a great make-ahead dish. Simply assemble the salad and dressing ahead of time and store in the refrigerator. When you're ready to serve, just toss the salad and dressing together.

Conclusion:

Summer vegetable salads are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the fresh produce of the season. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a summer vegetable salad that you'll love.

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