Best 3 24 Hour Vegetable Salad Recipes

Are you in search of a delightful and nutritious salad recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and provide your body with an abundance of essential vitamins and minerals? Look no further than the "24-Hour Vegetable Salad," a culinary masterpiece that blends a symphony of fresh, crisp vegetables with a zesty dressing, resulting in a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. This recipe takes advantage of the natural flavors of vegetables by marinating them for a full 24 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify, creating a salad that is bursting with flavor in every bite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TWENTY-FOUR HOUR SALAD

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A layered green salad with green peas, celery, bell peppers, Cheddar cheese and bacon sprinkled over all. For other variations, I have substituted or added some of my own favorite ingredients, such as: carrots, eggs, mushrooms, sprouts and seeded cucumbers.

Provided by Jane

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time P1DT20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped onions
½ cup frozen green peas, thawed and drained
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (3 ounce) can bacon bits

Steps:

In a large transparent bowl, layer lettuce, celery, bell peppers, onions, peas, mayonnaise, sugar and cheese. Sprinkle bacon bits evenly over the top of the salad.
Cover bowl, and refrigerate for 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 59.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1014.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

24 HOUR VEGETABLE SALAD

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Make and share this 24 Hour Vegetable Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups romaine lettuce, torn (or spinach or your favorite lettuce)
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms (or some of each) or 1 cup broccoli floret (or some of each)
1 cup shredded carrot
2 eggs, hard boiled and sliced
6 slices bacon, crisp cooked, drained and crumbled
3/4 cup shredded swiss cheese (or ??) or 3/4 cup cheddar cheese (or ??)
2 green onions, sliced
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried dill (optional)

Steps:

Place lettuce in the bottom of a bowl about 8 inches in diameter. If desired, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Layer mushrooms/broccoli. Then layer carrots.
Arrange egg slices and bacon over vegetables.
Top with 1/2 cup of cheese and the green onions.
For the dressing, combine mayo, lemon juice and dillweed. Spread dressing over the top of salad, sealing to edge of bowl. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Cover and chill for 2-24 hours.
Before serving, toss to coat the vegetables.
Sprinkle with additional sliced green onion, bacon bits and or cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.5, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 463.5, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 9.6

24-HOUR GREEN VEGETABLE SALAD

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Make and share this 24-Hour Green Vegetable Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SouthernBell2627

Categories Pork

Time P1DT10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 head lettuce, chopped
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt and pepper
6 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
1 lb bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
16 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

Place 3 cups lettuce in bottom of large glass bowl.
Sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pepper.
Layer eggs over lettuce.
Layer peas, remaining lettuce, bacon, and cheese.
Spread mayonnaise over top.
Chill for 24 to 48 hours.
Garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 930.9, Fat 77.8, SaturatedFat 30.9, Cholesterol 353, Sodium 1510.6, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 7.3, Protein 37.6

Tips:

Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables: The fresher the vegetables, the more flavorful your salad will be. Look for vegetables that are brightly colored and free of blemishes.
Cut vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly and make your salad more visually appealing.
Don't overcook the vegetables: Vegetables should be cooked until they are tender-crisp, not mushy.
Use a variety of colors and textures: This will make your salad more interesting and appealing.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to 24-hour vegetable salad recipes. Try different combinations of vegetables, dressings, and toppings to find your favorite.

Conclusion:

24-hour vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a 24-hour vegetable salad that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dish to serve, give 24-hour vegetable salad a try. You won't be disappointed!