1. Spinach Avocado & Strawberry Salad (Vegan & Oil-free)

This Vegan Spinach Avocado & Strawberry Salad makes a delicious light meal or BBQ side dish. Pecans and vegan bacon bits add richness and crunch, while the creamy balsamic dressing adds tanginess. Perfect for summer or any time of year!

2. Zesty Heirloom Tomato and Nectarine Salad

Heirloom Tomato and Nectarine Salad with a zesty mint and lime dressing is the perfect little unique salad combination to showcase all of the beautiful fresh flavors of summer. Summer in a bowl has never tasted so good! Plus, it is easy to make, which is always a bonus!

3. Grilled Corn and Farro Salad

Grilled corn, farro, tomatoes, lots of fresh herbs and a tangy dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks or as a side dish.

4. Arugula, White Bean and Roasted Potato Salad

Think of this one as a hearty main salad. It’s got quinoa, grilled potatoes, beans, arugula and the yummiest balsamic dressing. A must for summer.

5. Vietnamese Spring Roll Salad with Crispy Tofu

If you love fresh spring rolls, then you are going to love this salad. It’s got all of the flavor of spring rolls with a fraction of the work– there’s no rolling involved.

6. Roasted Chickpea Salad with Hummus Dressing

Roasted Chickpea Salad with Hummus Dressing! Crispy, seasoned roasted chickpeas in a yummy salad and a hummus-dill dressing. Vegan & Gluten-Free.

7. Oven Roasted Southwest Corn Salad

This southwest corn salad made with roasted fresh corn and is ready in about 30 minutes. It's an easy summer salad that's perfect for picnics, cookouts, and potluck dinners!

8. Vegan Waldorf Salad

This Vegan Waldorf Salad is creamy, refreshing and perfectly balanced for a delicious side or entree. Made from grapes, apples, walnuts and optional celery and served in a beautiful lettuce lined bowl, this is a dish you can bring to any gathering or complement any spread at your dinner table.

9. Creamy Vegan Potato Salad (OIL-FREE!)

This easy and creamy Vegan Potato Salad is so rich and delicious you'd never know it's oil-free. Perfect for serving at a summer cookout or picnic. Made with a silken tofu Aioli, your non-vegan friends and family won't believe how much it tastes like the real thing!

10. Creamy Vegan Coleslaw (OIL-FREE)

This creamy vegan coleslaw is bright and colorful, with a decadent yet healthy oil-free silken tofu dressing. Perfect for topping a BBQ jackfruit sandwich or enjoy as a side dish. With this delicious and healthy coleslaw, it's never been easier to eat your cabbage!

11. Southwest Black Bean Quinoa Salad Recipe

This Black Bean Quinoa Salad is quick and easy to put together and full of fresh Southwest flavors- perfect for casual summer gatherings, potlucks, and BBQs. Vegan and Gluten-Free!

12. Citrus Salad with Dates & Pistachios

Here’s a cheerful little Moroccan-inspired Citrus Salad with dates,  pistachios, arugula, mint, and toasted coconut, dressed in a flavorful Citrus Shallot Vinaigrette. Full of immunity-boosting vitamin C, it is like sunshine on a plate. Vegan and delicious.

13. Poke Beets

Delicious Vegan Poke Bowls made with Beet Poke- made with steamed beets instead of fish, this marinated beet salad can be made ahead and served over rice, greens or noodles. Vegan and GF adaptable!

14. Best Raw Vegan Pad Thai With Zucchini + Spicy Peanut Sauce

This beautiful Pad Thai salad is loaded with colorful spiralized vegetables, offering a refreshing and low-carb “noodle” experience sans the grains. Together with the spicy peanut butter sauce and topped with baked tofu and edamame beans for some substance, this rainbow salad is great for summer nights.

15. Simple Wild Rice Salad

This summer salad recipe is really easy to make with a delicious homemade citrus dressing. I love the mix of wild rice, dried fruit, and healthy, fresh herbs. 

16. Easy Cucumber Tomato Salad

Keep things super simple with this easy cucumber tomato salad! It’s the perfect summer side dish that you can enjoy with an open-faced hummus sandwich or vegan wrap. You can also spice it up with some avocado slices, watermelon chunks or olives!

17. Easy Loaded Summer Salad

Eat the rainbow with this customizable and filling summer salad! Featuring spring greens, avocado, sunflower seeds, carrot, cherry tomatoes, brown rice, and more, it’s a great entrée during the hot summer months.

18. Southwestern Pasta Salad

This Southwestern pasta salad with avocado, black beans, and lime dressing is one of my new favorites. It’s not only super easy to make, but also healthy. It’s a great addition to any BBQs and potlucks!

19. Cowboy Caviar

This cowboy Caviar by Verna from The Cheeky Chickpea is a combination of a bean salad and a fresh tomato salad. It’s healthy, ready in just 15 minutes, gluten-free, and of course vegan. 

20. Greek Pasta Salad with easy Greek Vinaigrette

This easy Greek pasta salad is perfect for BBQs and picnics! It’s fresh, easy to make, healthy, and vegan. The perfect recipe to make for your next party or potluck!

One of the best ways to celebrate summer is with healthy eating! These delicious vegan summer salads are not only healthy but are packed with nutrients and flavor. You won't even feel like they're healthy since they're so darn good! See which salads made the top list!