Move that casserole to the side!

Think salads are only for hot summer afternoons?

By introducing seasonal ingredients it’s possible for you to have a satisfyingmealthat’s full of flavor year-round.

Chopped Kale Salad with Toasted Breadcrumbs

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Serve with crusty bread or a protein to make it a meal.

From grape tomatoes to savory bacon bits, each bite bursts with refreshing and satisfying flavors.

Serve with additional dressing on the side.

Southern Living Greek Salad with Baked Feta in a bowl to serve

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Simple seasonings allow for the core components to shine.

BLT Salad With Buttermilk-Parmesan Dressing And Buttery Croutons

Deconstruct the classic sandwich to get this easy crowd-pleaser.

To get the most flavor, bake the croutons and bacon together.

Southern Living Chopped Salad prepared on a platter to serve

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Add other personal favorites like pepitas or shaved carrots to make your harvest salad a hit.

The Warm Bacon Dressing wilts the salad just enough to make it stand out.

Take notes from our editors whoeat this salad on repeat.

Spring Shrimp-and-Orzo Salad with Lemon Dressing

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Lemony White Bean Salad With Broccoli

Do something good for your gut with this Lemony Salad.

The buttery white beans and broccoli will keep you full and satisfied without any meat needed.

Chicken Tortellini Salad

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BLT Salad with Buttermilk-Parmesan Dressing and Buttery Croutons

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Harvest Salad

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Southern Living Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing in a bowl to serve

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Cast-Iron Salmon with Baby Kale Salad

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Lemony White Bean Salad with Broccoli

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