This delicious chicken salad is no longer on the menu at Applebee's. But, you can still enjoy it at home with this copycat recipe.
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: under 30 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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Applebee's Aztec Chicken Salad
Chunky Chicken Salad
Made with mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, chives, basil, black olives, black pepper, salt, cooked chicken
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
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
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
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Orange Fluff
Made with Cool Whip, pineapple, mandarin oranges, cottage cheese, orange gelatin powder
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
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
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
Three-Cabbage Asian Coleslaw
Peanut butter is key in turning this tremendous veggie medley into a killer coleslaw or topping for an Asian pulled-pork sandwich.
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
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
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
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
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
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
Strawberry Pretzel Jello
Made with water, pretzels, butter, frozen sweetened strawberries, Cool Whip, sugar, cream cheese, strawberry gelatin powder
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
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
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
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
Cajun Coleslaw
Made with wine vinegar, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, olive oil, garlic salt, lemon, bell peppers, cabbage, hot sauce, ketchup
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Lite Shamrock Salad
Made with mandarin oranges, Cool Whip, crushed pineapple, lime gelatin powder, water, cream cheese
Time: over 5 hours
Emerald Isle Molded Salad
Made with chopped nuts, whipping cream or evaporated milk, lime gelatin powder, water, crushed pineapple, cottage cheese
Time: 2-5 hours
Sweet And Crunchy Broccoli Salad
Fresh broccoli and cauliflower are mixed with raisins and sunflower seeds in a creamy dressing to make a side salad that will have everyone requesting the recipe.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Healthy Layered Party Pea Salad
Low fat and sugar free, this layered salad tastes great and won't sabotage your waistline.
Time: 2-5 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
Bean Thread Salad
Made with mint, cilantro, carrot, sesame oil, bean thread vermicelli, lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, peanuts, scallions
Method: stovetop
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
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
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
Iceberg Lettuce Wedges With Blue Cheese Dressing
An iconic salad. Made with iceberg lettuce, bacon, blue cheese dressing, and garnished with tomato and red onion.
Time: under 30 minutes
Drunken Fruit Salad
This fruit salad is the perfect way to start your party! It's got everything you need: fresh fruit, tequila, and a whole lot of fun. This dish is sure to get your guests talking.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Kat's Bow Tie Salad
Made with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Kalamata olives, bow tie pasta, fresh basil, garlic, scallions, marinated artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, feta cheese
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
Kid Friendly Egg Salad
Kids might turn up their nose at egg salad, unless you know the secret. Swiss cheese and mayo make an egg salad that kids will enjoy on crackers or sandwiches.
Time: under 30 minutes
Mediterranean Couscous Salad
Made with couscous, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, red onion, fresh oregano, fresh mint, feta cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Egg Salad Supreme
A healthier version of egg salad made with hard-boiled egg whites, celery, and nonfat mayo. Served between slices of nonfat rye with romaine lettuce for added crunch. Ideal for a...
Time: under 30 minutes
Chipotle Sweet Potato Salad
Made with sweet potatoes, red bell pepper, celery, green onions, fresh cilantro, salt, black pepper, lime juice, chipotle chiles
Method: stovetop
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
The Ultimate Tuna Salad
This easy tuna salad recipe blends albacore tuna, celery, capers, and a hard-boiled egg, all mixed in a creamy mayonnaise-mustard dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or a quick...
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
Crispy Cauliflower Slaw
A delicious cauliflower salad made with chopped cauliflower, green onions, celery leaves, and a sour cream based salad dressing.
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
Cellophane Noodle Salad
Made with garlic, soy sauce, fresh cilantro, bean thread noodles, carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, rice vinegar, hot chili oil
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Hawaiian Coleslaw
A hawaiian flair is exactly the revival that coleslaw needed. Pineapple, mandarin orange, and OJ turn a creamy cabbage mix into a fresh, tropical side dish to brighten up any BBQ.
Time: 2-5 hours
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
5-Minute Shrimp And Pea Salad
Made with ranch salad dressing, boston lettuce, shrimp, peas, red onions
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
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
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
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