Why come up with your own 'slaw when it's already been perfected? A bit of horseradish for bite, some sugar to balance it out- it's famous for a...
Time: 30-60 minutes
Salads
Salads come in a variety of forms from your basic lettuce to jiggly Jello to creamy egg, ham or tuna salads. Salads can have protein in them such as meat or seafood, or just vegetables. They can even have grains like couscous or rice. And they can be served hot or cold. See how versatile salads can be? Fun Food Holiday: May is National Salad Month.
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Copycat Famous Dave's Creamy Sweet & Sour Coleslaw
Bajan/Barbadian ColeSlaw
Cole slaw doesn't have to be dull, and this Bajan version proves just that. With a zesty twist and a hint of sweetness, it's perfect for your next BBQ or family dinner.
Time: under 30 minutes
Italian-Style Pasta Salad for 100
Rotini with chopped up veggies like broccoli, zucchini, and red pepper tossed in Italian dressing with cheese.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Pennsylvania Dutch Macaroni Salad
A creamy, tangy barbecue classic. Hard boiled eggs and salad dressing turn ordinary macaroni into a silky treat while celery and onions add that perfect crunch.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Catalina Spaghetti Salad
A delicious cold spaghetti salad sauced with Catalina salad dressing and loaded up with vegetables. Everyone will be asking for this recipe!
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
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Copycat KFC Potato Salad
KFC's potato salad is a delicious, creamy side dish that pairs perfectly with fried chicken. The salad is made with diced potatoes, mayonnaise, pickle relish, and a variety of...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Classic Macaroni Salad
This macaroni salad is a great summertime classic and it's perfect for picnics or barbecues. It's also a really easy dish to make ahead of time, which is always a bonus.
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat Famous Dave's Shakin' The Shack Potato Salad
Potato salad is a must for picnics and BBQs. This copycat recipe is extra creamy with mayo, sour cream, and hard boiled eggs and has a bit of tang...
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
24 Hour Coleslaw
With this blend of cabbage and onion with mustard seed, oil and vinegar you won't miss the mayonnaise. Try it on a pulled pork sandwich or as a side for your next BBQ.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Morton's Caesar Salad
With crisp romaine, parmesan cheese, and crunchy croutons covered in a classic Caesar dressing it's no wonder why Caesar is everyone's favorite go-to salad.
Time: under 30 minutes
Spaghetti Slaw
Pasta salad meets coleslaw. Spaghetti noodles mixed with cucumber and cabbage in a creamy dressing make a great side dish for a potluck or cookout.
Time: 2-5 hours
Wilted Spinach Salad With Warm Bacon Dressing
If you're in the mood for a light yet flavorful salad, wilted spinach salad is a great option. The combination of crisp spinach leaves and warm bacon...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Amish Sauerkraut Salad
Just because sauerkraut is usually relegated to a condiment doesn't mean it can't shine as a main ingredient. Along with chopped veggies and a simple dressing, it makes a...
Time: over 5 hours
Copycat Buca di Beppo 1893 Salad
Copy the famous Italian salad from Buca di Beppo. It's loaded with cheese, veggies, sausage, olives, and peppers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat California Pizza Kitchen Chicken Chopped Salad
Romaine and iceberg lettuce with corn, black beans, BBQ chicken, herby ranch sauce, and homemade tortilla strips.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mountain Dew Salad
Made with miniature marshmallows, bananas, lemon pie filling, lemon gelatin powder, water, Mountain Dew soda, pineapple juice, frozen whipped topping
Time: 2-5 hours
Butterfingers' Restaurant Chicken Salad
Diced chicken and celery mixed with mayo, dill, and chives forms a crunchy and creamy salad that you can serve straight up or on a flaky croissant.
Time: under 30 minutes
Asian Cole Slaw With Ramen Noodles
This overnight coleslaw calls for shredded cabbage, toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, ramen noodles, and a light vinaigrette.
Time: over 5 hours
New England-Style Potato Salad
Don't love mayo? No problem! This potato salad recipe uses sour cream mixed with seasonings and a little vinegar instead. It's got the same creamy texture (but without...
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Freddie's Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse Tabbouleh Salad
Mint, tomatoes, and parsley elevate some bulgur wheat dressed with lemon juice and oil in this copycat tabbouleh salad
Time: 2-5 hours
Cold and Creamy Sweet Corn Salad
Some mayo and a few pinches of spices later, you've transformed frozen corn into a sweet, creamy salad that pairs well with a barbecue plate packed with ribs or...
Time: under 30 minutes
Angel Salad
Not your average fruit salad! This angel salad recipe is a mischievous mix of cream cheese clouds and fruit cocktail sunshine, sprinkled with nutty laughter.
Time: 1-2 hours
Hawaiian Ambrosia
When a dish has "ambrosia" in the name it has a lot to live up to. Not to worry, this refreshing Hawaiian fruit salad is up to the task.
Time: 1-2 hours
Amish Potato Salad
Homemade dressing makes this salad ultra-creamy but hard-boiled eggs are the real secret ingredient to this Amish-style potato salad.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Ruby Tuesday's Apple Salad
A little sweet and a little creamy, this copycat salad from Ruby Tuesday's makes a great snack or light lunch.
Time: 2-5 hours
Amish Macaroni Salad
Made with white vinegar, sugar, prepared yellow mustard, elbow macaroni pasta, hard-cooked eggs, onion, celery, red bell pepper, dill pickle relish, salad dressing
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Easy Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Need an easy lunch idea? This recipe fits the bill! Ready in minutes and totally delicious.
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Potato Salad
The key to a good potato salad is to start with a solid, basic recipe. Feel free to add in other ingredients (bacon, jalapenos, sriracha, etc) if desired.
Time: 1-2 hours
Large Quantity Coleslaw
Coleslaw is a great picnic side dish to make into big batches, and here's how to do it. Prepared mix saves time when mixed with fresh veggies and scratch-made dressing.
Time: under 30 minutes
Spaghetti Salad
Quick and easy cold dish that changes up the normal pasta salad game. Spaghetti with red onion, tomato, and cucumber all tossed in Italian dressing makes a zesty side for a potluck or...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pink Cotton Candy Cherry Fluff Salad
This perky pink dessert is always a favorite of kids and grownups. It uses a combination of cherry and strawberry pie fillings but you can use all of one flavor if...
Time: 1-2 hours
Classic Tuna Salad
It's hard to beat a classic. Tuna salad is easy to whip up with just a few basic ingredients.
Time: under 30 minutes
Party Buffet Composed Salad
A composed salad is the perfect dish to serve at any gathering or celebration. It is fresh, healthy, and delicious, and it can be made in a variety of different ways...
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat KFC Cole Slaw (But Better!)
Made with vegetable oil, vinegar, sugar, cabbage, green bell pepper, onion, carrot, salad dressing
Time: 1-2 hours
Old Fashioned Egg Salad
A timeless classic. Whether served on a bed of lettuce or tucked into a sandwich, this egg salad is a versatile and delightful option for lunches, picnics, or light dinners.
Time: 1-2 hours
Creamy Italian Pasta Salad
Pasta salads are always a summer favorite, and this creamy Italian corkscrew pasta salad with tomatoes, broccoli, and olives is no exception. Perfect for potlucks or picnics.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Waldorf Potato Salad
This version of potato salad mimics the famous Waldorf salad by including diced apples, walnuts, celery, and mayo.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
All American Macaroni Salad
This macaroni salad, stuffed with ham and cheese and flavored with sweet relish, is a creamy and addicting recipe.
Time: 2-5 hours
Old Fashioned Chicken Salad
If you're looking for a classic chicken salad recipe that will please even the pickiest eater, then look no further. This old fashioned chicken salad is perfect on its own...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Dilled Sour Cream Cucumber And Onion Salad
Made with kosher salt, cilantro, cucumbers, onion, sour cream, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, garlic, dill, thyme
Time: 1-2 hours
Trash Bag Taco Salad
Taco night gets a wild twist with this trash bag taco salad. A culinary fiesta where all the ingredients get down in one bag.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Coleslaw
Shredded veggies dressed in a sweet mayo-vinegar blend make a classic BBQ side dish or topping for pulled pork. For a less traditional take, shredded broccoli makes a good addition to the...
Time: 30-60 minutes
Basic Plain Old Chicken Salad
Chicken salad in its most basic form. Add other ingredients as desired to create your own style.
Time: under 30 minutes
No-Mayonnaise Potato Salad
Say goodbye to traditional potato salads and hello to a vibrant blend that speaks for itself. This no-mayo version is light, zesty, and refreshingly different.
Time: under 30 minutes
Jalapeno Coleslaw
Made with mayo, sour cream and red wine vinegar, this zesty slaw deserves some prime real estate on your next BBQ platter.
Time: 1-2 hours
Chilled Cucumber Salad
Summer dishes need a refreshing ingredient like cucumber to go with tacos or grilled meat. A super simple salad that'll be welcomed with just about any meal.
Time: 30-60 minutes
German-Style Potato Salad with Bacon and Balsamic Vinegar
This German-style potato salad is nothing like the creamy American picnic version. Potatoes, onion, and bacon with balsamic vinegar makes a...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Brown Derby's Original Cobb Salad
The Brown Derby was well known for their cobb salad but you can easily replicate this delicious dish at home with this recipe.
Time: under 30 minutes
Waldorf Salad For A Crowd
A bit crunchy, a bit creamy, a bit sweet - there's something a bit perfect about a proper Waldorf salad, isn't there?
Time: 30-60 minutes
Dutch Cucumbers
A fresh tasting cucumber and red onion salad with a bit of tang to it. The salad will keep for 4-5 days in the refrigerator.
Time: over 5 hours
Extraordinary Potato Salad
Take potato salad from ordinary to extraordinary with just a few simple ingredients. Bacon and dill pickle for flavor with celery and cucumber for crunch. And just enough...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Luby's Cafeteria Carrot Raisin Salad
Made with powdered sugar, carrots, crushed pineapple, mayonnaise, raisins
Time: 1-2 hours
Patti Labelle's Potato Salad
Patti LaBelle's potato salad is the perfect blend of creamy and tangy, with just the right amount of spice (since you control how much goes into it).
Time: 1-2 hours
Homestyle Potato Salad
Potatoes, celery, and hard-boiled eggs are coated in a creamy mayonnaise dressing making this simple yet tasty side dish perfect for any occasion.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.
This Italian cheese is so versatile that it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes from cheesecakes to lasagnas.
This iconic whiskey is a "Jack of all trades" when it comes to cooking. Toss it in some pasta, as a savory dipping sauce, and even bake it into something sweet.