Five Summer Salad Recipes To Try!

Plus July seasonal foods

Hi everyone! We’ll be taking a break this week to celebrate the upcoming holiday with family, so content will be lighter than usual - but don’t worry, we still have lots of great things coming your way!

Today, we’re offering up five delicious summer salad ideas - perfect for picnics, patio dinners, and BBQs. Plus, our monthly Seasonal Food list is dropping - keep an eye out at your local grocery store or farmer’s market and take advantage of fresh, tasty produce.

Then later this week we will be sending our Monthly Round Up (and a peek at what is happening in July), as well as a How To Make Homemade Pickles video - let’s all start pickling veggies at home this summer!

Enjoy your holiday week… We are grateful to all our readers and look forward to returning to our regular schedule next week.

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Summer Salad Recipes

We think one of the best ways to celebrate summer is to utilize seasonal foods and dine outdoors. These five salad recipes are perfect for dining al fresco, and can be served chilled or room temperature - enjoy!

Peach and Fennel Summer Salad

This salad uses plenty of in-season ingredients for a fresh, flavorful take on summer. A perfect side dish when you are grilling!

Chilled Soba Noodle Salad

This savory salad can be eaten as a main or presented as a side dish. Snap peas and radish give it a bright, summery twist!

Sweet Corn and Bean Salad

This salad takes full advantage of in-season summer corn. Paired with a tangy dressing, it is a healthful side dish everyone will enjoy!

Papaya and Cucumber Salad

This sweet, spicy and crunchy salad makes a perfect side for milder summertime fare.

Southwestern Corn and Black Bean Salad with Avocado

A twist on the summertime classic, the avocado adds a creaminess and depth.

Seasonal Foods: July

These foods are in-season now, so add them to your list!