Gear up for a busy month of entertaining and mingling outside with refreshing ideas for main dish salads that are perfect for warmer weather. These knockout salad recipes are light and garden fresh, yet filling, and can be easily paired with a grilled protein. The Citrusy Orzo Pasta and Farro Salad is bright with generous amounts of fresh herbs and a mildly spicy lemon vinaigrette, making it a fabulous accompaniment for grilled chicken, steak, salmon, or shrimp! The Greek Salad is also a crowd-pleaser with a side of grilled pita or flatbread for dipping into cool Cucumber and Roasted Red Pepper Tzatziki. Double the recipes for a large crowd or to ensure leftovers for the week. A refresh to your go-to main dish salads is the perfect way to kick off summer, whether you are looking to entertain or dine al fresco this patio season!

Try Out These Refreshing Salads With The Recipes Below

1. Greek Salad And Roasted Red Pepper Tzatziki With Pita

This Greek Salad is brimming with cool, crisp vegetables and smooth feta cheese. Paired with a tasty tzatziki and pita, this recipe is a must try!

2. Citrusy Orzo Pasta and Farro Salad

Blended with fresh flavors throughout, this Citrusy Orzo Pasta and Farro Salad is light yet filling. Try out this delicious salad for yourself!

Give your salad a boost with these grilled protein picks: DLM Natural Chicken, USDA Prime DLM Natural Beef Steak, salmon, or shrimp.