30 Clean Eating Salads {Gluten Free, Dairy Free}
/ Kelly PageTake your pick from 30 healthy, clean eating salads and dressings to enjoy all summer long. These salad recipes are all gluten free, and dairy free, with paleo and vegan options as well.
Memorial weekend always signals the start to the summer season for me, even though we technically have another month.
The upcoming long weekend means barbecues and parties....and the need to bring a salad or side dish.
It's always great to have some clean eating summer salad recipes at the ready. So I have 30 gluten free and dairy free selections from which to choose, along with some vegan and paleo options too. I even have some clean eating salad dressings to keep things fresh.
If you bring some kale to your summer party, don't forget, a little massaging helps break down the tough fibers so you and your guests can digest things better. Click on the picture above to see a video on how to massage your greens.
I hope everyone has a healthy and happy summer!
Clean Eating Summer Salads
{Gluten Free, Dairy Free with Paleo & Vegan Options}
You can easily pull this salad together using canned beans or throw in some fresh green beans for added flavor. Mexican spices bump up the taste and make for a quick and tasty side dish.
This roasted pear, walnut, and cranberry salad is a great side for a holiday dinner or any weekday meal. The salad is paleo, vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and Whole30 friendly.
A healthy side or snack to have on hand with all your favorite vegetables in a light, but flavorful marinade.
These ginger lime carrot noodles make for a healthy gluten free, dairy free salad with lots of nutritional benefits. Serve it alongside or under your favorite protein.
Up your lunch or brunch game with this paleo avocado asparagus chicken salad. Fresh lemon and dill give this healthy recipe some punch. It's mayo free, dairy free, grain free, and gluten free.
Add some essential omega-3 fatty acids and loads of nutrients to your diet with a sardine salad wrap. It's an easy and healthy lunch option that's paleo, gluten free and dairy free.
This Thai Chicken Salad is great for allergy sufferers as it's nut-free, gluten free and dairy free. Enjoy this crisp, crunchy salad that you can prep in advance for lunch or dinner!
Summer comes together in this strawberry lemon poppy seed vinaigrette to enjoy all season long on fresh greens with crisp fruits and vegetables. This recipe is paleo, Whole30, vegan, gluten free, and dairy free.
Get a healthy dose of fermented vegetables with this 5 step 2 ingredient easy sauerkraut recipe. It's loaded with benefits for your body and is naturally gluten free, sugar free and vegan.
Jazz up your basic green salad with this roasted vegetable salad with an addicting lemon garlic tahini sauce. It's Whole 30, paleo, gluten free and dairy free.
Curry chicken broccoli slaw is a great one-dish meal. A cashew curry dressing brings robust flavor to the salad, and chicken brings the protein. This recipe is paleo, dairy free, and gluten free.
This vegan caesar dressing has a cashew base, making for a thick and creamy texture with no dairy added. Throw it on fresh salad greens or use it as a dip with raw vegetables.
This creamy avocado basil dressing is vegan, paleo and gluten free. It's perfect mixed in your favorite salad, or even swapped out for guacamole in tacos or on your favorite protein.
Harness the power of turmeric's strong anti-inflammatory properties with my lemon ginger turmeric dressing. It's paleo, vegan, gluten free, and Whole 30 friendly.
This raw rainbow detox veggie salad will energize your body with all of the cleansing, fiber-rich cruciferous vegetables. Add your favorite protein for a complete meal.
Here are 60 Paleo Whole30 salad recipes with dozens of vegan options. All of the recipes are gluten free, dairy free, grain free, and free from processed ingredients and refined sugar.
This kale brussels sprout salad combines two great vegetables in one great dish that's sure to please. It’s paleo, gluten free, vegan, and whole30 friendly.
Breathe new life into your greens with this Thai coconut apple kale salad. Creamy coconut combines with nut butter and apple for a sweet and savory combo.
3 easy ingredients come together in this crisp and refreshing cucumber dill ribbon salad. It's gluten free and dairy free and the presentation makes it perfect for parties and BBQs.
Need one more salad for your summer picnic? Try this mayo-free, paleo sweet potato salad with bacon and celery. It easily transports and is great served cold.
Fresh vegetables need little manipulation when preparing. Throwing them on the grill with just a dash of olive oil and seasoning makes for a perfect and easy summer meal.
These avocado chickpea lettuce cups with hearts of palm are a great starter or side to a nice lunch. Add your favorite protein for a complete meal that's gluten free and dairy free.
This grain free Mediterranean cauliflower salad is filled with Greek spices and veggies for a filling and healthy meal. It's greens free, gluten free, grain free and dairy free.
Move a few simple side ingredients front and center to create this fresh and easy fennel, radish and citrus salad. This recipe is Paleo, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, and Whole30 friendly.
This grilled steak salad stuffed avocado recipe makes for a great summer dinner or party dish. Top it with a tangy lemon tahini sauce. It's paleo, Whole30, gluten free and dairy free.
This fresh Mediterranean crab salad is filled with the great tastes of cucumber, tomatoes, and olives. The sweet crab and mint champagne vinaigrette make it a paleo, gluten free, and dairy free refreshing lunchtime salad.
Add some more color to your diet with this easy red cabbage salad. This salad recipe only gets better with more time in the fridge so you can make it once, and enjoy it all week long.
If you're unfamiliar with jackfruit and how to cook with it, start with this easy vegan Mediterranean jackfruit salad. It's fresh tasting, gluten free, dairy free, and paleo friendly.
Spruce up your salad, pasta, pizza or shrimp with this marinated feta cheese using fresh herbs like rosemary, sage and oregano.
This raw broccoli salad uses no mayonnaise or dairy. A cashew curry dressing gives it some creaminess while adding a nice kick of spice.