Best 7 Colorful Cornbread Salad Recipes

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"Colorful Cornbread Salad: A summer favorite, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and colors. Featuring tender cornbread, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, tangy vinaigrette, and a sprinkle of crumbly cheese, this salad is a perfect side dish for barbeques, picnics, or potlucks. With variations for any dietary preferences, this recipe offers a versatile and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of fresh summer produce. So, grab your apron and get ready to create a vibrant and flavorful cornbread salad."

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

COLORFUL CORNBREAD SALAD



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When my garden comes in, I harvest the veggies for potluck dishes. I live in the South, and we think bacon and cornbread make everything better, even salad! -Rebecca Clark, Warrior, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 to 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
4 to 6 cups torn romaine
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Prepare cornbread batter according to package directions. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Coarsely crumble cornbread into a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, salad dressing mix and adobo sauce., In a 3-qt. trifle bowl or glass bowl, layer a third of the cornbread and half of each of the following: romaine, tomatoes, pepper, onion, bacon, cheese and mayonnaise mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cornbread and, if desired, additional chopped tomato and bacon. Refrigerate, covered, 2-4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 31g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 821mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

QUICK COLORFUL CORN SALAD



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Filled with corn and red and green peppers, this colorful dish makes a large serving. It's great for summer picnics and gatherings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash cayenne pepper
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, parsley, Parmesan cheese, cumin, salt, pepper, hot pepper sauce and cayenne. In a microwave-safe dish, combine oil and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Cool. Whisk in lime juice. Pour over the corn mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COLORFUL CORN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 avocados, diced
1 medium jicama, finely diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
4 cups cooked corn (cut from about 4 ears)
Two 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup lime juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the avocados, jicama, onion, bell pepper, corn, black beans, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl and adjust seasonings to taste. Chill at least 30 minutes and up to overnight before serving.

CORNBREAD SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 scallions, minced
Juice of 1/2 lime
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups crumbled cornbread
2 15-ounce cans black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese

Steps:

  • Toss the tomatoes, bell pepper, cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Whisk the sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, lime juice, chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
  • Assemble the salad: Sprinkle half of the cornbread in a glass bowl or trifle dish. Top with half each of the black-eyed peas, corn and the tomato-pepper mixture, then half each of the sour cream mixture and cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with cheese. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

CORNBREAD SALAD



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A colorful summer salad with great flavor. Whenever I share this dish at a potluck, I am always asked for the recipe.

Provided by PRINCIPALCOLE

Categories     Salad

Time 2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (7.5 ounce) package corn bread/muffin mix
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, undrained
⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch rubbed sage
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 (1 ounce) package dry Ranch-style dressing mix
10 slices bacon
2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped green onion
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare the cornbread mix according to package directions, stirring green chilies, cumin, oregano and sage into the finished batter. Spread into a greased 8 inch square pan.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top springs back when lightly pressed. Set aside to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and Ranch dressing mix. Set aside. Wrap bacon in paper towels, and cook in the microwave until crisp, about 45 seconds per slice. Crumble, and set aside.
  • Crumble half of the cornbread into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour half of the beans over the crumbled bread, half of the mayonnaise mixture, half of the corn, tomatoes, peppers, green onion, bacon and cheese. Repeat the layers ending with cheese on top. The dish will be very full. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 44.1 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1255.7 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD



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This is a very pretty and colorful salad and it's great to take for a pot-luck gathering. Layered in a trifle bowls, all the colors are nicely presented!

Provided by Leopard Apron

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package cornbread, prepared
2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 roma tomatoes, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
4 green onions, sliced
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare 8" pan of cornbread according to package directions. When cooled, cut into large cubes and toast in 375 degree oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from oven to cool. Set aside and prepare dressing using first three ingredients.
  • Using 1/2 of cornbread, break into smaller chunks and place in glass serving dish. Begin layering 1/2 of the ingredients (except cheese, bacon & dressing)in order and repeat, beginning again with remaining cornbread. Spread top layer with dressing and top with cheese and bacon crumbles. Garnish with green onion tops or small sweet jalapenos,halved & seeded. Refrigerate until serving time.

CORNBREAD SALAD III



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A colorful summer salad with great flavor. Whenever I share this dish at a potluck, I am always asked for the recipe.

Provided by Chef Sunshine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (7 1/2 ounce) package cornbread-muffin mix
1 (16 ounce) can canned chopped green chili peppers
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch rubbed sage
10 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped green onion
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Prepare the cornbread mix according to package directions, stirring green chilies, cumin, oregano and sage into the finished batter.
  • Spread into a greased 8 inch square pan.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top springs back when lightly pressed.
  • Set aside to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and Ranch dressing mix.
  • Set aside.
  • Wrap bacon in paper towels, and cook in the microwave until crisp, about 45 seconds per slice.
  • Crumble, and set aside.
  • Crumble half of the cornbread into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Pour half of the beans over the crumbled bread, half of the mayonnaise mixture, half of the corn, bacon and cheese.
  • Repeat the layers ending with cheese on top.
  • The dish will be very full.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.5, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 706.7, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 9.1, Protein 17.4

Tips:

  • Utilize Fresh Ingredients: Prioritize fresh and high-quality ingredients, especially for the cornbread and vegetables, to ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
  • Control Cornbread Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the baking time of the cornbread. Overbaking can result in a dry and crumbly texture, while underbaking may leave it too moist. Aim for golden brown edges and a toothpick inserted in the center coming out clean.
  • Use Ripe and Sweet Corn: When selecting corn for the salad, choose ripe and sweet corn on the cob. Freshly cut corn kernels will provide the best flavor and texture.
  • Customize Vegetables: Adapt the vegetable selection to your preference or what's in season. Experiment with different colors, textures, and flavors to create a visually appealing and tasty salad.
  • Fresh Herbs Enhance Flavor: Incorporate fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or parsley into the salad dressing or as a garnish. Herbs add a burst of freshness and depth of flavor.
  • Add a Creamy Element: For a richer and creamier dressing, consider using Greek yogurt, sour cream, or avocado. These ingredients can balance the tangy flavors and add a smooth texture.
  • Chilling Improves Flavor: Allow the cornbread salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and enhances the overall taste.

Conclusion:

Colorful cornbread salad is a vibrant, flavorful, and versatile dish that combines the sweet and savory elements of cornbread with a variety of fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing. With careful attention to ingredient selection, preparation techniques, and chilling time, you can create a delightful salad that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a refreshing side dish. Experiment with different variations, such as adding cheese, nuts, or different herbs, to create your own unique and delicious cornbread salad recipe.

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