I've rounded up my best gluten free summer salads into one big post for you. Any of these salads are delicious alone or paired with chicken or grilled steak. With all the fresh, seasonal produce big salads are the perfect summer meal!
I find myself during the warm summer months making these salads again and again. With all the vibrant fruits and vegetables a salad makes a delicious and simple summer meal. I've included green salads, pasta salads, coleslaws and more to take to backyard barbecues, gatherings or for weeknight meals.
Gluten-free summer salads offer a vibrant and refreshing way to enjoy light, satisfying meals during the warmer months. Perfect for dinner, lunch, or as a side dish, these salads emphasize health and flavor while staying free of gluten.
Whether you're planning a picnic, a BBQ, or a simple weeknight meal, these ideas bring together a mix of fresh, seasonal inspiration that's both easy to prepare and ideal for hot days. They suit a variety of occasions, from casual outdoor gatherings to healthy family dinners, all while keeping meals light and nourishing.
If you are looking for the perfect fresh basil pesto recipes for these salads try my Gluten Free Homemade Walnut Pesto.
If you are looking for more gluten free summer recipe inspiration try my roundup of 75+ Easy Gluten Free Summer Recipes.
Green Salads
I like to elevate a healthy green salad recipe with chicken and in-season produce. These salads make a lovely meal during the summer months.
Chopped Wedge Layer Salad
This easy recipe for chopped wedge layer salad is made with chopped iceberg lettuce and ranch dressing. It is a healthy option for parties and barbecues. This is the best wedge salad variation made without blue cheese.
Gluten Free Kale Caesar Salad
This healthy recipe for gluten free kale caesar salad is keto and low carb friendly. This recipe uses the best homemade caesar salad dressing! I love how quick and easy this salad is to make.
Seven Layer Salad
This classic recipe for seven layer salad has a delicious dressing and is easy to make. This is the best healthy salad with sour cream and mayo in the dressing. This traditional recipe is gluten free and just like the old fashioned seven layer salads I remember growing up.
Gluten Free Kale Salad with Peanut Dressing
This healthy recipe for gluten free kale salad with peanut dressing is vegan and keto/low carb friendly. The dressing is easy to make and goes so nicely with this raw, chopped salad. This is such a simple summer salad!
Pasta Salads
One of my favorite meals of summer is a big pasta salad! A gluten free pasta salad is perfect for picnics. Here is some recipe inspiration to use the abundant fresh produce we have right now.
Gluten Free BLT Pasta Salad
This easy recipe for gluten free BLT pasta salad is a delicious side dish full of veggies. It's a cold salad made with mayo, lettuce, tomatoes and bacon. The creamy dressing makes this healthy pasta salad recipe over the top good!
Gluten Free Green Goddess Pasta Salad
This easy recipe for gluten free green goddess pasta salad is a healthy side dish option. The cold gluten free salad is made with peas, pesto and mayonnaise. It is a creamy salad packed with veggies that is perfect for summer barbecues.
Easy Gluten Free Bow Tie Pasta Salad
This easy gluten free bow tie pasta salad recipe is the perfect summer side dish! It's a simple cold salad with feta cheese and the best homemade dressing. This healthy salad is loaded with veggies and brown rice pasta.
Air Fryer Grilled Vegetable Orzo Salad
This easy cold air fryer grilled vegetable orzo salad is the perfect summer side dish! It's a healthy pasta salad loaded with veggies and a simple Italian dressing. I like to make this salad a day ahead to serve at barbecues and with meals.
Gluten Free Pesto Pasta Salad
This easy recipe for gluten free pesto pasta salad is a delicious summer side dish. It is a cold Italian pasta salad that uses creamy basil pesto. This healthy salad includes arugula, cannellini beans and walnuts.
Easy Gluten Free Macaroni Salad
This easy recipe for gluten free macaroni salad is the best cold pasta salad for summer! It's a classic barbecue staple that uses a mayonnaise dressing and brown rice elbow macaroni noodles. This summer salad is quick and simple to make for the perfect side dish.
Salad Bowls and Serving Spoons
Coleslaws
These delicious coleslaw recipes mean no oven needed! They are healthy summer salad recipes that are delicious on their own or served with chicken or grilled burgers.
Southwestern Style Coleslaw
This easy southwestern style coleslaw recipe has a vinegar dressing and is keto, vegan and gluten free. This slaw recipe is made without mayo and is the perfect side dish. I use bags of coleslaw mix to make this recipe quickly for weeknight meals.
Pineapple Coleslaw
This easy recipe for pineapple coleslaw is the perfect summer side dish! The cabbage salad is made without mayo with a spicy dressing. It goes great with pulled pork, tacos or as a side at barbecues.
Easy Apple Slaw with Poppyseed Dressing
This easy apple slaw with poppyseed dressing is a quick side dish salad recipe! The healthy cabbage coleslaw includes sweet apples and a tangy dressing with apple cider vinegar. This is the best creamy salad to use with pork, tacos or on it's own.
Thai Style Cabbage Salad
This healthy recipe for Thai style cabbage salad has an easy peanut dressing that is delicious! This cold salad uses peanut butter and sesame oil the dressing to give it great flavor. It makes a creamy side dish or is great on it's own.
Gluten Free Coleslaw
This easy recipe for gluten free coleslaw has a creamy, homemade dressing. This healthy salad is keto and low carb friendly. I walk you through how to make the best gluten free coleslaw. #glutenfree #recipe #salad #summer
Fruit and Veggies Salads
These salads go beyond basic lettuce and use lots of summer produce. I love to take fresh vegetables and fruits and make them into a salad. My sugar free broccoli salad is my favorite way to eat fresh, straight out of the garden broccoli!
Healthy Mexican Street Corn Salad
This easy recipe for healthy Mexican street corn salad is the perfect summer side dish! The cold salad recipe uses frozen corn and is made without mayonnaise. It's so simple to roast the corn on your stovetop and then put this salad together for picnics and gatherings.
The Best Old Fashioned Chicken Salad
This is the best old fashioned chicken salad recipe that is healthy and great for lunch! It is an easy homemade recipe that is made without grapes so it is keto and low carb friendly. I cook my chicken in the instant pot and then shred it in the mixer. This recipe is perfect to make ahead to serve on a sandwich or salad.
Sugar Free Broccoli Salad
This recipe for a healthy version of broccoli salad is sugar free and Whole30 compliant. The salad is creamy and easy to make. This Paleo version is siple and has bacon and sunflower seeds! I think this is the best broccoli salad to bring as a side dish!
Black Beans and Corn Salad
This easy recipe for black beans and corn salad is the perfect summer side dish! It's a zesty cold salad that you can make ahead. The vegan recipe is full of colorful veggies with a lime dressing.
Easy Pea Salad
This recipe for easy pea salad is made with bacon and green peas. This cold and creamy old fashioned salad is perfect for Spring! My classic recipe is made with sour cream and vinegar dressing.
Cucumber Salad with Vinegar Dressing
This quick and easy cucumber salad with vinegar dressing is a great side dish. It's a healthy vegetable option with onion, olive oil and apple cider vinegar. The cucumber and onion is marinated in a tangy and refreshing dressing for the perfect cold salad.
Watermelon Cucumber and Feta Salad
This healthy recipe for watermelon cucumber and feta salad is a summer favorite! It's a refreshing salad with a zesty dressing that uses feta cheese. I love to make this side dish the day before so it's cold and ready to serve.
Apple Cucumber Salad
This easy recipe for apple cucumber salad is a delicious side dish! It is really quick to make and has a tangy lime dressing. This healthy salad is made without mayonnaise and has a lot of flavor.
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