It’s still plenty cold and snowy in many parts of the country. But, according to the calendar, spring is here. The days are warmer and longer, and it's time to think about new, lighter ways of eating.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’ve found yourself making the same macaroni salad over and over again, this is the recipe for you.

A day of marching through meadows and soaking in the sea works up an appetite few flimsy salads can master. Introduce a fistful of grains to your summer salads to keep your summer adventures going ...