10 Big Leafy Salads for Summer

1. The Laguna Green with Asparagus, Strawberries & Orange Tarragon Vinaigrette

Lightly grilled asparagus tossed with arugula, roasted beets, strawberries and a herbaceous orangey vinaigrette are as colorful and cheery as the warming weather.

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2. Greek Salad with Grilled Salmon

Loaded with vitamin B12, protein and omega-3 fatty acids, this salad from Curtis Stone is the perfect light, satisfying meal that will leave you feeling refreshed and recharged.

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3. Drunken Island Toss with Curried Pineapple Vinaigrette

Sweet. Spicy. Tangy. Creamy. Crunchy. Fresh. It’s the tropics in a bowl.

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4. Hail Kale Chicken Caesar with Creamy Chive Dressing

Using probiotic-rich yogurt as the base for this clean, creamy caesar dressing adds beneficial bacteria to every bite.

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5. Fattoush Salad with Za’atar Pita Chips

Packed with veggies, chickpeas and crunchy pita chips, this Lebanese salad makes a satisfying meal.

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6. Butter Leaf Salad with Grapefruit, Avocado & Buttermilk Yogurt Dressing

A creamy, clean dressing consummately compliments this citrusy, crunchy salad.

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7. Kale Salad with Blueberry Ginger Dressing

The ultimate anti-aging memory food, blueberries contain compounds that help brain neurons communicate more effectively. Here, you get two doses of them – one in the salad and the other in the dressing!

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8. Sweet Pepper Sirloin Salad with Fresh Horseradish Vinaigrette & Blue Cheese

Quick, satisfying, and oh-so flavorful. You can’t go wrong with this deconstructed steak dinner.

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9. Watermelon Panzanella with Smoky Grilled Chicken

A sweet, spicy and salty salad that doubles up as a delicious, complete meal.

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10. Asian Kale & Tofu Salad

The best part about the outrageously delicious marinade for the tofu? It doubles as the salad dressing for twice the flavor and half of the work.

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