In-season ingredients are the star of these dishes.
Simple preparation and seasonal ingredients make these salad recipes perfect for the season.
Our colorful spring salads come together in a jiffy; no need to spend hours in the kitchen.

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Plus, many of our favorite spring salads will pair beautifully with your Easter ham.
Lemon and parmesan-y breadcrumbs are the finishing touch.
All you need in 30 minutes of hands-on time.

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“This salad is delicious!
It is worth the time and effort to prepare,” says one reader.
For the dressing, it is so good, youll want to make extra.

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Ripe, in-season strawberries that give bursts of freshness are balanced with creamy burrata and crispy, salty prosciutto.
“This is a showstopper for brunch,” says one reader.
Pistachios add a little crunch while avocado lends a creaminess.

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Serve on a bed of mixed greens.
Dill and chives add herby notes, Dijon vinaigrette provides tang, and sharp radishes add crunch.
Make the dressing ahead of time for easy assembly.

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“My mother made this for years and I have always loved it,” says one reviewer.
“Sometimes I will substitute dried cranberries for the raisins and it works beautifully too.”
Strawberry-Spinach Salad
Nothing says, “It’s spring!”

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like a strawberry salad.
This salad would be delicious topped with grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, or boiled shrimp for added protein.
To amp up the dressing, bacon (and drippings) are added to the red-wine vinaigrette.

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Complete with buttermilk-parmesan dressing, it’s rich and creamy.
Complete this salad with buttermilk-parmesan dressing, it’s rich and creamy.

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