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Salads

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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recipe for cloud nine salad

Cloud Nine Salad

Made with sugar, nuts, whipped topping mix, cream cheese, crushed pineapple, pineapple juice, miniature marshmallows, Maraschino cherries


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for baby spinach salad with tomato and mozzarella

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

recipe for dutch cucumbers

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


recipe for cold pea salad

Cold Pea Salad

An easy salad to throw together - perfect for a quick side dish or potluck salad.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for extraordinary potato salad

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

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recipe for cucumber and onion salad

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

recipe for macaroni salad for 100

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

recipe for homestyle potato salad

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


recipe for cheddar pasta salad

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

recipe for farmer's market greek chopped salad

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

recipe for garbanzo bean (chickpea) salad with red onion, parsley, cilantro, and feta

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


recipe for buffet taco salad

Buffet Taco Salad

The best thing about the buffet taco salad is that everyone can customize it to their liking. Load it up with beans and cheese or a double dose of guacamole. Make it how you like it!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic caesar salad

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

recipe for 4 bean salad

4 Bean Salad

This easy-to-make recipe uses canned beans and a simple sweet and sour dressing made from scratch.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pineapple-pistachio delight

Pineapple-Pistachio Delight

A light and fluffy dessert. The pineapple and pistachio flavors are a perfect match, and the marshmallows add a touch of sweetness.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lime jello marshmallow cottage cheese surprise

Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise

Ever find yourself craving something a little quirky and delicious? Lime Jello marshmallow cottage cheese surprise might be the colorful dish you didn't...


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for alexander the great salad

Alexander The Great Salad

Guess he was upset with Caesar getting all the salad press. Alexander certainly goes his own way, though, with roasted red pepper and feta delivering an awesome flavor combo.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for feta, romaine, and vegetable greek salad

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

recipe for healthy greek salad

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

recipe for spicy coleslaw

Spicy Coleslaw

This spicy coleslaw with jalapenos is the perfect dish for a summer picnic or potluck. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. The jalapenos give it a nice kick.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat hard rock cafe pig slaw

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

recipe for apple cowboy slaw

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

recipe for chop suey salad

Chop Suey Salad

This chop suey salad is a Chinese-American fusion dish with a tangy dressing, Asian-style vegetables, and succulent chicken.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pasta salad for 100

Pasta Salad for 100

If you're looking to feed a large crowd, this pasta salad is the perfect dish. It can be easily customized to your liking.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for creamy coleslaw (low fat)

Creamy Coleslaw (Low Fat)

Coleslaw doesn't have to be heavy and full of fat, just use some yogurt in the dressing. It's nice and brightly flavored, so you might even prefer it to classic mayo-heavy...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry, feta and roasted walnut salad

Cranberry, Feta and Roasted Walnut Salad

Made with olive oil, black pepper, Dijon mustard, honey, mixed salad greens, dried cranberries, crumbled feta cheese, walnuts, balsamic vinegar


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sweet and crunchy broccoli salad

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

recipe for poached pear, walnut and blue cheese salad with pineapple-red wine vinaigrette

Poached Pear, Walnut And Blue Cheese Salad With Pineapple-Red Wine Vinaigrette

The wine-poached pears with cinnamon are show-stopping enough, but tossing them together with crunchy toasted walnuts and...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for imitation crab pasta salad

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


recipe for hawaiian coleslaw

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

recipe for black bean and cilantro salad

Black Bean and Cilantro Salad

Zesty bean salads make an outstanding alternative to heavy cookout sides like slaw and potato salad. Cucumber and jalapeno give this salad an equal balance of cool and...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for threadgill's french quarter pasta salad

Threadgill's French Quarter Pasta Salad

An absolutely packed bowl of rotini with cauliflower, bell pepper, onion and much more gets an herby dressing made from olive oil, basil and parsley instead of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for 5-minute shrimp and pea salad

5-Minute Shrimp And Pea Salad

Made with ranch salad dressing, boston lettuce, shrimp, peas, red onions


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for macaroni salad for a crowd

Macaroni Salad for a Crowd

Made with vinegar, milk, macaroni, hard boiled eggs, celery, onions, radishes, cucumbers, celery salt, mayonnaise or salad dressing


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for dreamsicle salad

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


recipe for 4th of july fiesta salad

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

recipe for lauren's macaroni salad

Lauren's Macaroni Salad

A delicious macaroni salad that uses sour cream instead of the usual mayonnaise dressing. The optional green olives add a nice bite to it.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for vietnamese coleslaw with shredded chicken and peanuts

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


recipe for frozen cucumbers

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

recipe for mexican corn salad

Mexican Corn Salad

An unusual blend of dressing ingredients makes this corn salad a winner. It's made with honey mustard, Italian salad dressing, chili powder, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, and red...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for thai beef salad - yum nua

Thai Beef Salad - Yum Nua

There's a whole lot more to Thai food than Pad Thai. This beef salad is a lighter and more refreshing option. Thin sliced steak with vegetables and a hot and sour kick.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for classic tossed salad

Classic Tossed Salad

This recipe is more like the ultimate tossed salad! It has two kinds of lettuce, feta and romano cheese, black olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, and mushrooms.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot potato salad

Hot Potato Salad

This hot potato salad has hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and a tangy vinegar-based dressing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cold sesame noodle salad

Cold Sesame Noodle Salad

Cold soba noodles are tossed with a soy sauce based dressing and garnished with spring onion and toasted sesame seeds for a simple yet delicious nooodle salad.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cold taco salad

Cold Taco Salad

Fresh flavors without a lot of work. This easy to toss together meal can be made ahead of time. Package the dressing and chips separately and it makes a great lunch to take to work or...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for special macaroni salad

Special Macaroni Salad

Made with black pepper, salt, mayonnaise, sweetened condensed milk, macaroni pasta, green bell pepper, onion, carrots, white vinegar


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chick pea and red onion salad

Chick Pea and Red Onion Salad

Garbanzo beans, green onion, red onion, and chopped tomatoes are tossed with a simple white wine vinegar dressing.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for green pea salad

Green Pea Salad

The perfect salad for a potluck or simple side dish. Peas, ham, eggs, and cheese are mixed in a creamy dressing.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grandpa's potato salad

Grandpa's Potato Salad

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

recipe for deviled egg salad

Deviled Egg Salad

Deviled eggs are great but turn them into a salad and you have a fantastic potluck side dish


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for the ultimate tuna salad

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

recipe for chicken salad with grapes

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

recipe for spinach, strawberry, and almond salad

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


recipe for frog-eye salad

Frog-Eye Salad

Named for the tiny pasta, acini de pepe, that looks like frog eyes, this chilled pasta salad is combined with a variety of fruits, whipped topping, and marshmallows.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours




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