17 Cold Salad Recipes for a Refreshing Bite

From seafood to pasta and a few cucumber options, these are our favorite cold salad recipes to serve this season.

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Published Apr. 11, 2023
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Spring is in full swing, and summer feels like it's just around the corner. With warmer weather comes lighter fare—think grilled meats and fish, as well as an array of no-cook options to keep the kitchen cool. What better accompaniment to these foods than a refreshingly cold salad? From seafood to pasta and a few cucumber options, these are our favorite cold salad recipes to serve this season.