Spring brings a bounty of fresh produce that’s perfect for creating flavor-packed salads. As the farmers’ markets fill with tender greens, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs, it’s the ideal time to lighten up your meals.
These spring salads will add color, nutrition, and excitement to your table while celebrating the season’s best ingredients.
1. Strawberry Fields Forever Salad
Juicy spring strawberries steal the show in this Instagram-worthy creation! Sweet berries mingle with peppery arugula and tangy goat cheese crumbles.
A honey-balsamic dressing ties everything together, while toasted almonds add necessary crunch. The perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tart flavors.
2. Snap Pea And Radish Crunch Bowl
Crunch factor: 100%! This salad celebrates spring’s crispiest vegetables in their prime.
Sugar snap peas and thinly sliced watermelon radishes create a symphony of textures. A light lemon-mint dressing enhances without overwhelming the natural sweetness of the peas.
3. Asparagus Ribbon Wonderland
Forget everything you thought you knew about asparagus! Shaved into delicate ribbons with a vegetable peeler, this spring superstar transforms into elegant, tender curls.
Paired with shaved Parmesan, toasted pine nuts, and a lemony vinaigrette, this salad screams sophistication. The raw preparation preserves all the grassy, fresh flavor.
4. Minty Pea And Feta Medley
Sweet baby peas practically burst with springtime flavor in this refreshing salad! Fresh or frozen peas (thawed) work beautifully alongside crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh mint.
A simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of honey lets the ingredients shine. This salad comes together in minutes.
5. Fennel And Citrus Sunshine Plate
Crisp, licorice-scented fennel sliced paper-thin creates the base for this stunning salad. Segments of blood orange, cara cara, and grapefruit add juicy pops of color and vitamin C.
Black olives provide a salty contrast to the sweet citrus. A light vinaigrette with a hint of Dijon brings everything together.
6. New Potato And Dill Carnival
Baby new potatoes, those little gems of spring, take center stage in this hearty yet fresh salad. Tender, thin-skinned potatoes need just a light dressing of yogurt, fresh dill, and whole grain mustard.
Red onions add a pop of color and gentle bite. Skip the heavy mayo!
7. Artichoke Heart Fiesta
Spring is artichoke season! Skip the prep work and use jarred or frozen artichoke hearts (not marinated) to create this Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece.
Toss with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta for a Greek-inspired flavor explosion. A simple red wine vinaigrette is all you need to tie these bold ingredients together.
8. Watercress And Avocado Power Duo
Peppery watercress packs more nutrients per calorie than almost any other food! Paired with creamy avocado, it creates a salad that’s both luxurious and detoxifying.
A sprinkle of hemp seeds adds protein and omega-3s. The dressing couldn’t be simpler – just lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
9. Roasted Beet And Orange Tango
Candy-sweet roasted beets create a dramatic backdrop for this showstopper salad. The earthy sweetness of beets meets the bright acidity of orange segments in perfect harmony.
Pistachios add crunch while goat cheese brings creamy tanginess. A cumin-spiked dressing adds unexpected warmth.
10. Spring Herb Garden Explosion
Fresh herbs aren’t just garnish – they’re the star of this vibrant salad! Whole leaves of parsley, dill, mint, and basil create a garden-fresh base that’s bursting with flavor and aroma.
Thinly sliced cucumber and radish add crunch, while a lemony tahini dressing brings creaminess. This salad literally tastes like spring itself.
11. Grilled Ramp And Mushroom Magic
Ramps (wild leeks) are the fleeting spring treasure that chefs go crazy for! Lightly grilled to enhance their garlicky-onion flavor, they transform an ordinary mushroom salad into something extraordinary.
Mixed with sautéed mushrooms and served on a bed of arugula, this warm salad bridges seasons.
12. Shaved Brussels Sprout Revival
Spring Brussels sprouts are sweeter and more tender than their winter counterparts! Shaved paper-thin, they create a slaw-like base that soaks up flavor beautifully.
Dried cranberries add chewy sweetness while Manchego cheese brings nutty depth. A maple-Dijon dressing transforms these mini cabbages into an addictive salad.
13. Farro And Fava Bean Bonanza
Fresh fava beans scream spring with their bright green color and creamy texture! Paired with chewy farro, they create a protein-packed base that can stand alone as a main dish.
Mint, lemon zest, and a generous drizzle of good olive oil keep things light and fresh. Top with shaved Pecorino for a salad that’s equally at home at a picnic or dinner party.
14. Rainbow Carrot Ribbon Parade
Farmers’ markets burst with multicolored carrots in spring! Shaved into ribbons with a vegetable peeler, they transform from humble root vegetables into a show-stopping salad base.
Tossed with cilantro, toasted cumin seeds, and a zippy harissa-honey dressing, this North African-inspired salad brings unexpected heat.
15. Butter Lettuce Cups With Herbed Pea Hummus
Tender butter lettuce leaves serve as edible cups in this interactive spring appetizer-salad hybrid! Each leaf cradles a dollop of bright green pea hummus made with spring peas, tahini, and herbs.
Topped with watermelon radish slices and microgreens, these lettuce cups are as beautiful as they are delicious.
16. Lemony Quinoa Tabbouleh Twist
Spring herbs make this quinoa-based riff on tabbouleh burst with flavor! Parsley, mint, and dill are chopped by the handful, not just sprinkled as garnish.
Protein-rich quinoa replaces the traditional bulgur for a gluten-free option. It actually improves after sitting in the fridge for a few hours.
17. Endive Boats With Crab And Grapefruit
Crisp endive leaves form elegant vessels for this sophisticated spring salad. The slight bitterness of endive perfectly balances sweet lump crabmeat and tangy grapefruit segments.
Avocado adds creamy richness while a light citrus vinaigrette ties everything together. These individual bites make stunning appetizers.
18. Spring Panzanella Revolution
Forget winter’s heavy bread salad. This springtime panzanella is a game-changer! Toasted sourdough cubes soak up the juices from asparagus, peas, and artichoke hearts.
Fresh mozzarella adds creamy pockets of indulgence. The dressing features green garlic (spring garlic) for a mellow, aromatic flavor.
19. Edible Flower Power Sensation
Edible flowers turn a simple spring mix into a work of art! Peppery nasturtiums, sweet violets, and delicate pansies create an enchanted garden on your plate.
A champagne vinaigrette with a touch of honey complements the floral notes without overwhelming them. Great for spring celebrations.