10 Summer Salads to Thrive On

Author: Sarah Cobacho | Posted: July 4, 2024

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Summer is all about enjoying fresh, vibrant, and nutritious meals. These 10 plant-based summer salads are bursting with flavor and perfect for keeping you nourished and energized throughout the season. From the zesty 2-Bean Avocado Salad with Jalapenos and Cilantro Dressing to the savory Greek-Inspired Potato Salad, each recipe celebrates summer with wholesome, fresh ingredients. Whether you’re craving the spiciness of the Butternut Squash Harissa Salad or the refreshing taste of the Edamame & Forbidden Rice Salad, these bowls have got you covered.

Chopped Southwest Salad ready to eat with a fork and napkin.

1. Chopped Southwest Salad with Chipotle Dressing

This nutritious salad is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, featuring a tasty Chipotle dressing, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Erewhon kale salad in a wooden bowl, close-up view.

2. Erewhon-Style Kale and White Bean Salad

A quick and easy, no-cook salad packed with kale, white beans, avocado, and seeds, dressed with a tangy lemon-mustard dressing. High in protein and healthy fats.
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A large bowl of grilled broccolini and pomegranate salad with rocket and couscous on a white table, complete with serving utensils and fresh ingredients in the background.

3. Grilled Broccolini and Pomegranate Salad

A refreshing salad combining grilled broccolini, crunchy pistachios, and sweet pomegranate with a creamy avocado dressing.
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2-Bean avocado salad in a big wooden salad bowl with a jar of vibrant green dressing

4. 2-Bean Avocado Salad with Jalapenos, Cilantro Dressing

This zesty salad combines kale, avocado, beans, and roasted capsicum with a creamy jalapeño & cilantro dressing. Perfect for a high-fiber, protein-packed meal.
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Finished High-Protein Kale Caesar Salad in a white bowl on a kitchen table.

5. High-Protein Kale Caesar Salad

A nutritious, satisfying High-Protein Kale Caesar Salad with spiced chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a creamy cashew dressing. Perfect for a healthy meal!
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Overhead view of a mixed Harissa Pumpkin Salad with chickpeas and butternut squash

6. Butternut Squash Harissa Salad

A nourishing blend of butternut squash, chickpeas, and black rice, dressed in a spicy Harissa dressing, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Greek-inspired Potato Salad

7. Greek-Inspired Potato Salad

A nutrient-packed Greek-Inspired Potato Salad with a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for a refreshing and satisfying meal.
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Overhead view of harissa cauliflower beetroot salad in a wooden bowl with tahini turmeric dressing and fresh dill on a white surface

8. Harissa Cauliflower Beet Salad

This salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish with its roasted cauliflower, beets, and crispy butter beans, all coated in a spicy harissa blend. Topped with a golden tahini dressing, fresh dill, cucumber, and crunchy almonds, it's a perfect balance of textures and flavors.
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Vibrant salad bowl full of the Butter Bean Pesto Salad

9. Butter Bean Pesto Salad

A nutritious and delicious salad packed with fiber, iron, and protein. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
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Overhead view of edamame and forbidden rice salad in a wooden bowl with sliced avocado on top, served with wooden salad servers and a halved lime on a white surface

10. Edamame & Forbidden Rice Salad

A quick, nourishing lunch packed with 9 unique plants, 18g of fiber, and 28g of protein. Perfect for gut health and super satisfying!
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