
Strawberry-Pineapple Coleslaw
Sweet fruit, a tangy coleslaw dressing and colorful crisp cabbage make a wonderful combination to share with others. I think the nuts add a healthy crunch. —Victoria Pederson, Ham Lake, Minnesota

Tzatziki Potato Salad
My son has an egg allergy, so this potato salad is perfect for him. For extra color, add radish, apple...


Creamy Macaroni Salad
When we grill, my mother asks me to make this creamy macaroni salad. To make it extra creamy, I like...

Layered Salad for a Crowd
This salad is a favorite of my three sons. I took it to a luncheon honoring our school district’s food...

Rainbow Fruit Salad
When my children were young, I would often dress up fresh fruit in this easy salad. Decades later, my grandchildren...

Grandma’s Potato Salad
Our Fourth of July feast wouldn't be complete without this chilled old-fashioned potato salad. It's my grandma's treasured recipe. —Sue...

Favorite Fruit Salad
I spend a lot of time in the kitchen, especially when our four children and nine grandchildren come to visit....

Southern Coleslaw
My mother used to make this salad on holidays. With all the cabbage that is grown here, this coleslaw recipe...

Pasta Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing
This pasta salad is frequently requested at family get-togethers. The poppy seed dressing is also delicious in coleslaw or with...

Fruit Salad with Apricot Dressing
When I serve this lovely refreshing salad for picnics and holidays, the bowl empties fast. —Carol Lambert, El Dorado, Arkansas

Creamy Summer Vegetable Salad
Mother made this salad whenever we barbecued. It's easy to fix, goes well with meat or chicken and is a...

Broccoli Salad Supreme
People can't get enough of the sweet grapes and crunchy broccoli in this colorful salad. I appreciate its make-ahead convenience....

Five-Bean Salad

Red, White ‘n’ Blue Salad
Our striking "flag" salad drew plenty of attention at our Independence Day party. The shimmering stripes are formed with distinctive...

Marinated Vegetable Salad
This recipe is so versatile because you can use whatever vegetables you family prefers. It's a nice change from typical...


Contest-Winning Picnic Pasta Salad
My family's not big on traditional pasta salads made with mayonnaise, so when I served this colorful version that uses...

Pepperoni Pasta Salad
Using zesty Italian salad dressing is an easy way to add a lot of flavor to this pasta salad with...

Tangy Watermelon Salad
The refreshing blend of watermelon, red onions and a splash of citrus always does me proud at picnics and potlucks....

Chinese Coleslaw
We use this recipe a lot, especially in the summer. Everyone in the family enjoys it. It's great for barbecues,...

Dilly Potato & Egg Salad
Everyone has a favorite potato salad, and this is mine. As a young bride, I was eager to learn how...

Picnic Vegetable Salad
“I take this salad to my husband’s company picnic and never have any leftovers—just a lot of requests for the...

Easy Pasta Salad for a Crowd
Spinach, peppers and onions mingle with tangy feta cheese in this simple pasta salad. Feel free to make it ahead...

Radish, Carrot & Cilantro Salad
Bright carrots and radishes pop in this citrusy salad. My husband likes it with anything from the grill. I like...


Tri-Color Pasta Salad
Tackle gatherings with a bright side dish. This tri-color pasta salad with broccoli, tomatoes, olives and a hardworking dressing is...

Cool and Creamy Fruit Salad
My mom found this recipe in a magazine 25 years ago, and my family has been enjoying it ever since....



Veggie Chopped Salad
My husband's aunt gave me this recipe back in the '80s, and it's been a staple at our house ever...

Judy’s Macaroni Salad
After finding this vintage macaroni salad recipe years ago, I tweaked the flavor and bumped up the pickles. Tuck this...

Bacon and Broccoli Salad
You'll want to serve this family-friendly broccoli salad with bacon year-round. The broccoli gets a big-time flavor boost from bacon,...

Tomatoes with Buttermilk Vinaigrette
We make the most of tomatoes when they are in season and plentiful, and I love an old-fashioned homemade dressing...