Never Eat a Boring Salad Again

The sweltering Summer is the perfect time of year to enjoy the refreshing taste of a cool and crisp salad. These healthy meals are perfect for lunch, dinner, or a post-workout snack; they don't weigh you down, plus they're packed with vitamins and minerals your body needs. But as delicious as a fresh salad can be, sometimes simple greens can start to taste bland — a clear sign that it's time for some veggie inspiration. These 18 salads make the most of the Summer season by mixing the best seasonal produce in unexpectedly delicious ways. So before you plan your next grocery list, get inspired to make your salad feel fresh again. Source: Instagram user aidamollenkamp

Pumpkin seeds add a touch of crunch, plus they're known for helping to prevent stress. Source: Instagram user cleanfooddirtycity

Skip typical leafy greens for a slaw instead. Combine cabbage, carrots, cilantro, rainbow chard, and golden beets to enjoy the colors of the rainbow. Source: Instagram user hayleyziegler

For a healthy dose of fiber and protein, top your salad with a serving of delicious fiber-rich quinoa.
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Put a creative spin on a typical salad and combine sweet plums, crunchy fennel, and refreshing mint. Source: Instagram user juiceboxseattle

Instead of opting for a heavy bun, enjoy your burger (veggie or otherwise) on top of a fresh bed of arugula. Source: Instagram user brewinghappiness

Blueberries add a pop of color and a bit of sweet to a standard salad, plus they're full of antioxidants. Source: Instagram user sweetgreen

Lighten up standard steak and potatoes by combining fresh grape tomatoes with these two staples and creating a fresh Summer salad. Source: Instagram user aidamollenkamp

While sprouts, hemp, and buckwheat add extra texture and nutrients to this salad, a serving of salmon provides heart-healthy omega-3s. Perfect for a post-workout dinner. Source: Instagram user whataidanate

The sweet taste of peaches is a perfect pair to creamy goat cheese on top of a salad. Plus, they are packed with vitamins A and C. Source: Instagram user honey_and_velvet

Make your own falafel salad by pairing your greens with popular toppings like pickled onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, hummus, and tahini. Source: Instagram user tenderlovingvegan

Watermelon radishes add a pop of color, and cilantro acts as an anti-inflammatory. Source: Instagram user byrachelp

Roasted chickpeas add a satisfying crunch and are full of fiber and protein so you won't be tempted by the idea of late-night snacking. Source: Instagram user healthhotspot

Instead of salad dressing, top your salad of choice with healthy and delicious homemade pesto. Source: Instagram user healthylucyy

Use leafy kale as the base of your salad, and enjoy all the vitamins and nutrients the leafy green has to offer. Source: Instagram user littlemountainhaven

Pick up vine-ripened tomatoes from your local farmers market and combine them with cucumber and basil for a refreshing spin on Italian flavors. Source: Instagram user plantbasedtraveler

Watermelon is so much more than a picnic food; this vitamin-rich juicy fruit is a sweet pairing to peppery arugula. Source: Instagram user bahchee

Carrots may be a salad staple, but make them feel fresh again by grating them on top of your meal. Source: Instagram user zoepepperwood