Picnic Appetizers / Soups / Salads Recipes (Most Popular)

When the ingredients are fresh, salads can be simple yet impressive. This traditional, classic Israeli salad is perfect as a side, salad, or as filling for your pita.

This was my great-grandfather's favorite salad. He didn't like lettuce, so when he saw this salad coming out, he always said, "Oh boy, salad!" thus the name.

A healthy, mayo-free, but still delicious version of deviled eggs!

Tzatziki is a Greek and Turkish appetizer, also used as a sauce or dip. This recipe is perfect with Mediterranean dishes or anything else on a hot summer's day.

This has been a great substitute for potato salad for me.

Take a break from eating corn on the cob to make this simple soup. Pair with a grilled steak and green salad, and dinner's ready.

Great for potlucks or picnics

Ranch dip for veggies and chips, healthy style!

A yummy low fat, high protein side dish

Refrigerate overnight to let flavors really jazz it up!

Super flavorful, this chili is a meal in itself. It's a mix of sweet, nutty, spicy warm goodness.

Add Flavor Without A Lot Of Calories!

Keep this in the frig for a snack, salad or side dish.

Great salad even for professed non-broccoli eaters like me. 2 points per serving.

By Joanna Lund

This is a delicious and vitamin packed pasta salad. A great summer dish that I often take to picnics. People always ask for this recipe and even my teenagers love it.

Sweet and Sour cole slaw. Low fat. Great with barbque, hotdogs. Keeps a couple of weeks- as much a pickle as a salad.

A familiar salad with a low-cal twist

I love broccoli crunch salad, but have loathed the 400 calories per cup of some of my favorites. I've tried multiple times unsuccessfully to create a healthier version that still tastes like my favorite and that helps me enjoy eating these cruciferous powerhouses without the payback. I think I have finally got it.

Kudos to LIBRARYCAT for the initial recipe I found on Sparkrecipes that led me in the right direction. I still wanted something with less calories and sugars. . .and a bigger portion.

Have fun!

Cheating, using bottled peanut sauce. Still yummy, though!

Fresh healthy salad

These are fabulous for something quick and nutritious. They taste out of this world!

Filled with Potassium, and Vitamins A and C, this salad is an excellent lunch paired with yogurt or as a side dish for dinner. This is a good dish to bring to potluck gatherings and will always be a hit!

Great Potluck Meal

From the Kitchen of Camille Engel... My friends and family LOVE this recipe. It is great served alongside chicken or salmon. Serve it as a dip with tortilla chips (or jicama slices for a no-grain healthy dipper.)

This salad travels well for picnics and work lunches, and keeps for several days in the fridge. Makes a great stuffing for pita pockets, or over cooked bulgur or brown rice.

Here is a lovely vinaigrette that I have come across during my travels in France and perfected myself. It's definitely tangy and fresh. If you love garlic this vinaigrette is perfect. Serve it with a simple baguette and a bit of cheese, pour on your salads, or dress your meat with it.