Don't get us wrong: we're all about salads filled with our favorite seasonal veggies. But sometimes, lettuce just doesn't need to be a part of that equation. While a nutritious arugula or spinach salad is great, there are so many , , corn salads, and more salads without lettuce that fulfill our craving for a cool bite without the leafy greens. On a hot summer day, a crunchy salad without lettuce makes the ultimate , pairing perfectly with everything from to . The best part about lettuce-less salads? They can withstand the heat of any outdoor feast like a or . That means no soggy or wilted dishes on your

It just so happens that some of the are recipes that don't have any lettuce at all. Just look at Ree Drummond's watermelon salad featuring juicy fruit and feta cheese, or even the pea salad she remembers eating as a kid, neither of which call for lettuce. If you're looking for more of a main course salad, we've got you covered: Check out the grilled shrimp panzanella salad with crusty chunks of bread or the chicken Caprese salad made with instant couscous. So the next time you want to make a hearty salad that you can pack up for a or if you're planning a big with lots of sides, look no further than these hold-the-lettuce salads.