About time grandpa shared the recipe. A creamy and tangy salad with potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and sweet onion. Try using homemade mayo for an even fresher tasting dish.
Time: 1-2 hours
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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Grandpa's Potato Salad
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
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
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
Cheddar Pasta Salad
Whether you are looking for an easy pasta salad for a weeknight dinner, or you are wanting to impress your guests at a summer BBQ, this recipe will certainly do the trick.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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Copycat Hard Rock Cafe Pig Slaw
This easy pickled cabbage slaw is perfect on a sandwich or served on the side.
Time: 1-2 hours
7-up Orange Salad
Made with water, 7-up, bananas, mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, sugar, flour, egg, pineapple juice
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 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
Imitation Crab Pasta Salad
Made with imitation crab meat, pasta shells, onion, celery, mayonnaise-type salad dressing, American cheese, milk, salt
Method: stovetop
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
Mardi Gras Salad
Not just for Mardi Gras, this colorful rice and cabbage salad makes a great side dish anytime.
Time: 1-2 hours
Apple Cowboy Slaw
Made with green or red seedless grapes, dill pickles, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, brown mustard, salt, black pepper, cabbage, apples
Time: 2-5 hours
Garbanzo Bean (Chickpea) Salad With Red Onion, Parsley, Cilantro, And Feta
Here's a fantastically fresh vegetarian salad that's a meal in a bowl. Healthy fats from olive oil and protein from chickpeas...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Caprese Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
Caprese salad is top-tier when it comes to easy dishes that never fail to impress. This version gets a tangy twist from a citrus vinaigrette made with lemon juice...
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Dreamsicle Salad
Made with frozen whipped topping, water, orange gelatin powder, vanilla pudding mix, tapioca pudding mix, mandarin oranges
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Classic Caesar Salad
Romaine with a slightly tangy, slightly spicy dressing topped with grated parmesan and baked garlic croutons is a time-tested classic for sure.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Healthy Greek Salad
Let's be honest: salads can be hit or miss. This healthy Greek salad, with its zesty dressing and crisp veggies, is definitely a delicious hit.
Time: under 30 minutes
7-Up Salad
Made with nuts, lime gelatin powder, vanilla extract, water, cream cheese, sugar, crushed pineapple, 7-up
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cold Pea Salad
An easy salad to throw together - perfect for a quick side dish or potluck salad.
Time: 30-60 minutes
German Potato Salad
If you think potato salad has to be made with a cup of mayo, think again! Olive oil, red wine vinegar, and brown mustard make for a flavorful potato dressing while bacon adds a...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cucumber And Radish Salad
Chill out with this cucumber and radish salad, a refreshingly crisp side that's as easy to make as it is to eat.
Time: 2-5 hours
Don Pablo's Chicken Caesar Salad
Made with chicken, salad mix, tortilla strips, caesar salad dressing, pico de gallo, pecans
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
Baby Spinach Salad with Tomato and Mozzarella
The wonderful combination of caprese flavors, turned into a salad. Baby spinach with tomato, basil, and mozzarella is a fresh tasting treat.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Outback Steakhouse Blue Cheese Chopped Salad
Ever wondered how to create a salad that does more than just sit pretty? This lettuce and blue cheese salad from The Outback Steakhouse promises to...
Time: under 30 minutes
Feta, Romaine, And Vegetable Greek Salad
An easy Greek salad made with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, olives and mixed with a homemade vinaigrette and topped with feta cheese
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
Macaroni Salad for 100
When you need to impress a crowd, this macaroni salad with ham and cheddar does the trick. Perfect for picnics or potlucks, this recipe has everyone covered.
Time: 2-5 hours
Healthy Broccoli Cashew Salad
This cold salad is great for a healthy pick-me-up with its combination of veggies, nuts, and zero-calorie sweetener.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Pasta House Company Salad
Made with red wine vinegar, olive oil, iceberg lettuce, romaine lettuce, red onion, pimientos, artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, corn or vegetable oil
Time: under 30 minutes
Country Cobb Salad
A fresh and delicious salad made with iceberg lettuce, cooked chicken, bacon, tomato, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, green onions, crumbled blue cheese, and your choice of salad...
Time: under 30 minutes
Cloud Nine Salad
This cool salad features pineapples and cream cheese for a rich, creamy blend. Combined with nuts and cherries, it delivers various textures in every bite.
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans
Spinach salad with berries is a staple summer side dish, but the real magic comes with the candied nuts. Their sweetness and crunch sets this salad off...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Chunky Chicken Salad
Made with mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, chives, basil, black olives, black pepper, salt, cooked chicken
Time: 30-60 minutes
Seared Sea Scallop Salad With Honey-Lime Dressing
Seared scallops with delicate greens like watercress definitely takes you into gourmet territory, and the fresh honey-lime dressing finishes the job.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cucumber and Onion Salad
Not all salads need lettuce or spinach. Thin-sliced cucumber salad with sweet vinegar dressing makes a light, refreshing side dish for outdoor summer meals.
Time: over 5 hours
Cajun Coleslaw
Get ready for a kick that only Cajun flavors can deliver in a classic coleslaw. Our tangy twist makes this dish the life of the backyard party.
Time: 1-2 hours
Orange Fluff
Made with Cool Whip, pineapple, mandarin oranges, cottage cheese, orange gelatin powder
Time: 1-2 hours
Farmer's Market Greek Chopped Salad
Fresh flavors make this Greek-style salad a favorite. Perfect as a side dish or bring it to a potluck (but be sure to make enough because it will go fast!)
Time: under 30 minutes
Spinach, Strawberry, and Almond Salad
This strawberry salad with just-sweet-enough poppyseed dressing is the perfect accompaniment to grilled anything for a summery backyard picnic lunch.
Time: 1-2 hours
Avocado Coleslaw
Avocado is a match made in heaven for anything that's supposed to be creamy, so coleslaw was just a matter of time.
Time: under 30 minutes
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Heirloom tomatoes can't be beat for a strikingly colorful presentation. They're also perfect for throwing together a refreshingly simple salad. Doesn't that just scream summer...
Time: under 30 minutes
Manhattan Deli Salad
Made with Italian dressing, parsley, Parmesan cheese, red onion, hard salami, green pepper, pitted ripe olives, spiral pasta
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
4th Of July Fiesta Salad
Made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, cayenne, garlic, corn, black beans, red bell pepper
Time: 2-5 hours
Thai Shrimp Salad
So many fresh flavors. Lemongrass, basil, mint, and spicy red pepper flakes gives that cool and spicy combo that Thai food is so famous for. Serve it hot or cold, you can't go wrong.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Frozen Cucumbers
Freezing as part of pickling is an easy trick to yield crispy, crunchy results. Thin-sliced cucumbers, onions and green pepper combine in this recipe to make a delicious condiment.
Time: 2-5 hours
Quick Mixed Vegetable Slaw
A quick slaw recipe made with fresh zucchini, yellow squash, carrots, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes and tossed with a light vinaigrette.
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Fat-Free Cole Slaw
This fat-free cole slaw is a delicious and healthy alternative to the mayo-laden versions. Makes a great side dish or salad.
Time: 1-2 hours
Chicken Salad With Grapes
A killer chicken salad is a great recipe to have in your arsenal. Celery adds a great crunch factor; if you like to spice things up a little just throw in some sriracha or red...
Time: 2-5 hours
Vietnamese Coleslaw With Shredded Chicken And Peanuts
Made with Thai or serrano chiles, onion, sesame seeds, green cabbage, carrots, fresh cilantro, fresh mint, coriander, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
This Italian cheese is so versatile that it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes from cheesecakes to lasagnas.
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.
The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.