Grandma knows that just because something iscalled a saladdoesn’t necessarily mean it contains lettuce.

In fact, some of these summer salads can even be considered a dessert.

Here are Grandma’s all-time favorites.

Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham

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Especially when cucumbers and tomatoes are involved.

Pear Salad

This 5-ingredient salad has been loved and served by Southern grandmothers for decades.

It can be an appetizer before the meal or a side to accompany the main dish.

7-Layer Salad

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When it comes to the noodles, you could use whatever shape you have on hand.

Marinated Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad

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Homemade Chicken Salad on a white plate with lettuce leaves, tomatoes, and crackers

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Picnic Egg Salad

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Heirloom-Tomato Salad

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Cucumber-and-Vidalia Onion Salad

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Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad in a white bowl with golden spoon

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Whipped-Cream Corn Salad

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Pear Salad

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Classic Potato Salad Southern Living

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Strawberry-Pretzel Jello Salad

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Southern Living Shrimp Salad on a platter to serve with a glass of beer and lemon wedges

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Watergate Salad

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Bacon-Ranch Pasta Salad