A cool and crisp salad will always be our favorite summertime meal.

Or as we dig up and pick fresh ingredients straight from the garden.

Salad season is officially upon us, and we’re here to make the most of it.

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And going all-in on bold and exciting flavors just got a lot easier.

So while dressing is usually considered the final step, consider it your initial inspiration.

TheMarzetti Simply Dressing lineoffers an entire suite of flavors to level up any salad.

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All you have to do is decide which flavor fits your mood.

When your cravings call for something classic, you’re covered withMarzetti Simply Ranch,Caesar, orBalsamic Vinaigrette.

Variety is the essence of a more artful salad.

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A good practice is to make your salads as colorful as possiblewith thisSundried Tomato Pasta Saladas a starting point.

And a salad doesn’t have to look like a handful of leafy greens either.

Mixing up chopped veggies with a flavorful dressing also qualifies.

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And all unforgettable salads have one thing in common: an unexpected ingredient.

Choose an element of surprise with a fruit or veggie you rarely eat.

Whether that’s marinated beets,grilled vegetables, or seasonal fruits like watermelon,mango, and papaya.

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Let’s do better than a house salad this summer.

Eat with the season

Eating seasonally will always lend to a more intriguing salad.

That means your produce is more nutrient-dense and better for you.

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But this is also the reason why seasonal produce tastes better!

(Not to mention, these dressings make for great dips, sauces, and marinades too.)

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