This substantial salad offers a healthy balance of vegetables and protein. It provides a wide range of textures, colors, and seasonings.

Panzanella is an Italian salad that can be found on trendy bistro menus in the hot summer months. This salad was invented when times were tough, as a way to use up stale bread.

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Good as a side dish or dessert, this salad made from fresh fruit is naturally low in fat, saturated fat, and sodium. Plus, it's cholesterol free.

Eat this as your main dish! A whole lotta salad.

Not your average summer salad, this is a healthy take on a much higher calorie version served long ago at the Heidel House in Green Lake, WI. It works well instead of coleslaw or potato salad at a cookout or picnic.

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Eat as a side salad or add two grilled scallops and a slice of grilled whole-grain bread for a meal!

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Lemon zest brings out the bold flavors of fresh asparagus, radish, Parmesan cheese and Simply Dressed® Caesar Salad Dressing. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor.

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There's nothing like the rich, juicy flavor of fresh tomatoes. That flavor is used to full advantage in this salad, which includes heirloom tomatoes, corn, onions, mozzarella and Simply Dressed® Balsamic Salad Dressing. This recipe is from a SparkPeople sponsor.

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This recipe is part of "The SparkPeople Cookbook." Order your copy today! This salad is even better the longer it sits in the fridge, so we love to make a big batch of it and eat it throughout the week.

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Fresh and juicy during spring and summer months, strawberries are delicious when combined with tender spinach and crunchy toasted almonds.

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Watermelon is a favorite summer dessert, but it makes a lovely salad, too. Here, creamy citrus dressing pairs with the sweet melon and crunchy celery.

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Low-fat cottage cheese is the secret to the dressing in this delicious low fat and saturated fat, low cholesterol, low sodium mixture of vegetables and herbs.

This crunchy cole slaw is a healthier version of that summer favorite: ramen noodle salad. Two servings of vegetables in every portion!

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Think you dislike beets? Not after trying this recipe! Roasting brings out the beets' natural sweetness, and the feta offers a nice, salty contrast.

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A refreshing alternative to tuna salad. Pair with tomatoes and cucumber for a light lunch.

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A nice twist on a Tuna Sanwich!

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Tahini replaces mayonnaise for a creamy texture and adds a tangy flavor, plus some fiber, protein, and calcium.

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Most pasta salads are heavy on the pasta and light on everything else. This version, which can be served warm or cold, includes a hefty portion of vegetables--both spinach and tomatoes.

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Broccoli salad is a summertime party staple. This version is healthier--with plenty of flavor from almonds and raisins!

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Fall fruit adds a twist and replacing mayo with low-fat yogurt makes it a little more healthy. This is great for leftover chicken.

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This salad is full of distinct, strong flavors. It's a great way to get new greens onto your plate.

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Light salad for any season !

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I got this recipe from my mom years ago, my whole family loves it, and I make it regularly. calculated in this recipes are the salted sunflower kernals, you can also use unsalted if you prefer, just adjust the nutritional values where necessary. I put cooking time as 1 hour but there is no cooking involved, cover and refrigerate for 1 or more hours.

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This is a very unique version of the classic pear and blue cheese salad. Because the pears are baked the taste is delicious and refreshing. It's easy, elegant and makes a great dish f or entertaining.

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Even kale needs some love. Massaging an acid-based dressing into the fibrous green leaves tenderizes them, making the healthy vegetable more palatable in its raw form.

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Enjoy this savory afternoon snack.

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A healthier alternative to the bacon-laden warm spinach salad, this is a nice side dish for cool weather.

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If you don't like beets, give the golden variety a try. Not only will they not stain everything they touch, but they are sweeter. Combined with chewy farro, a tangy vinaigrette and salty Parmesan, this makes for a light supper or substantial side.

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This seasonal salad is ready in a flash. You will love the softness of the greens with the crunch of the radish and pomegranate.

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