Culinary artistry unfolds through layered salads, where diverse textures, colors, and flavors intersect to create a symphony of taste. Embark on a culinary journey with us as we explore the secrets behind crafting the perfect layered salad, culminating in a delightful symphony of flavors elevated by the addition of crunchy walnuts. Discover how to assemble layers of fresh, crisp vegetables, savory meats, creamy cheeses, and tangy dressings, resulting in a visually stunning and delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.
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LAYERED SALAD
This is a wonderful recipe which can have ingredients added or subtracted. Even if there is only two of you to eat it, don't cut the recipe in half because I'm sure you'll want more.
Provided by FRANCESWOOD
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 13h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place eggs in a large saucepan and completely cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 12 minutes. Remove eggs and chill.
- In a 9x13 inch dish, layer the lettuce, onion, water chestnuts and peas.
- In a medium bowl combine the mayonnaise, sugar, seasoned salt and garlic powder. Mix until smooth. Spread over the top evenly over the top of the peas. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Peel and chop hard-cooked eggs.
- Remove salad from refrigerator and top with the bacon, eggs and tomato. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 124.1 mg, Fat 50.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 749.2 mg, Sugar 8 g
LAYERED SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the salad: In a clear glass bowl, layer the salad ingredients in the order they appear above, concentrating the ingredients around the perimeter of the bowl and filling in any gaps in the center with lettuce as needed. Start with a good layer of iceberg on the bottom, followed by the tomato wedges, spinach and Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs. Sprinkle the egg layer generously with salt and pepper. Layer on the bacon, green onions and Cheddar, and end with the peas.
- For the dressing: Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and sugar in a small bowl and mix well.
- Pour the dressing over the top of the peas and spread evenly, bringing the dressing all the way out to the edges of the bowl. Sprinkle with the dill and parsley. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
- Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and allow the eggs to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain off the water and add ice to the pan on top of the eggs. Set aside to chill.
EASY LAYERED SALAD
Because I enjoy spending a fair amount of time in the kitchen, our kids have also learned to like cooking. All four kids make this salad together and take pride in serving it to the family.-Marsha Ransom, South Haven, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a 13x9-in. pan, layer lettuce, green pepper, onions and peas; do not toss. Spread Miracle Whip over all; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts :
LAYERED WALNUT SALAD
I have been making this recipe for a lot of years and every time I fix it people devour it. It takes a little time to prepare, but is well worth the effort.
Provided by taillightsinsightbb
Categories Vegetable
Time P1DT30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Turn walnuts into saucepan of rapidly boiling water. Boil 3 minutes and then drain well.
- Toss with oil, garlic salt, and dill weed on shallow baking pan.
- Toast at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, stirring once; cool.
- Arrange in order in straight-sided bowl (6 1/2 in diameter, 3 1/2 inches deep), 2 cups lettuce, row of tomatoes, cut sides against glass, cheese,cooked peas, 3/4 cups walnuts and remaining lettuce.
- Top with 1 cup creamy dressing, spreading in an even layer, completely to edge of bowl.
- Cover and chill several hours or overnight (overnight is better).
- At serving time, add remaining dressing and sprinkle with reserved walnuts
- (I put remaining dressing and walnuts on right away and then chill).
- Creamy dressing: just stir together all the ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.6, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 28.1, Sodium 611.5, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 6, Sugar 8, Protein 11.9
SEVEN LAYER SALAD
I usually make this bacon, lettuce, onion, pea, cheese and cauliflower layered salad in a large flat bowl. There's never too much because everybody loves it! You can vary the salad by substituting green onions for red, jack cheese for the Cheddar, etc.
Provided by Leah Mae
Categories Salad
Time 30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
- In a large flat bowl, place the chopped lettuce and top with a layer of onion, peas, shredded cheese, cauliflower and bacon.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sugar and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle over salad and refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 667.3 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD
This salad is very pretty when served in a large bowl, and is bursting with lots of fresh flavors. You can spice it up by substituting jalapeno peppers for the chile peppers. The dressing is fabulous for all types of salads.
Provided by Anne Z.
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix dressing mix, buttermilk, yogurt, and taco seasoning mix together in a mixing bowl.
- Line a large serving bowl with the torn lettuce.
- Mix roasted peppers, black beans, corn, onion, and green chiles together in a bowl. Spread mixture over the lettuce. Top with tomatoes; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Arrange avocado slices in an overlapping circle. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1213.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
FESTIVE TOSSED SALAD WITH WALNUTS
This is a delightful tossed salad that has a wonderful blend of flavors. It has a crunchy texture and looks good, too, with its variety of colors. -Isabell Burrows, Livermore, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook and stir walnuts in butter until toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the sugar, pepper and salt. , In a salad bowl, toss the greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts., Place the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. , Drizzle desired amount over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
EASY LAYERED FRUIT SALAD
To dress up a fresh fruit salad, Linda Cowan tops it with a sweet creamy concoction. "The original recipe called for heavy whipping cream, but I lightened it up a little," she details from Fayette, Alabama. "Served in a cut-glass bowl, this salad looks elegant on any table. It's quick and easy to make but looks like you fussed."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 2-1/2-qt. glass bowl, layer the fruits in the order listed. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spoon over fruit. Refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WALDORF LAYERED SALAD
Try out our Layered Waldorf Salad for a new take on a classic taste. Our Layered Waldorf Salad combines grapes, celery, apples, blue cheese and walnuts.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Side Dish Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 10 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Layer lettuce, grapes and celery in large bowl.
- Mix mayo and dressing; toss with apples. Spoon over celery layer; spread over salad to seal. Refrigerate several hours.
- Top with cheese and nuts before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 280 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
CANDIED WALNUT SALAD WITH WALNUT VINAIGRETTE
Sweet, nutty, and herbally aromatic, this vinaigrette compliments a wide variety of dishes, and is easy to make! The sugared walnuts, nut oils, and fresh herbs dramatically open the palate for roasted meats, crisp wines, and full-bodied fare. It is a great herald for spring!
Provided by Aaron Geiger
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, and cook until the sugar has melted and turned deep brown - but not burnt, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Once the sugar has browned, stir in walnut halves until coated with caramelized sugar. Spread out onto prepared baking sheet, and place into preheated oven. Cook until the center of the walnuts have just turned a light golden brown, about 5 minutes. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool until warm or room temperature.
- Whisk the vinegar together with the chives, parsley, dill, and chervil. Whisk in walnut and peanut oils until well combined.
- To serve, toss the arugula with enough dressing to moisten in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place onto salad plates and garnish with candied walnuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 56.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 25.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, crisp vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- If you're using canned vegetables, be sure to drain and rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Don't overcook the vegetables, or they will become mushy.
- For a creamy dressing, use mayonnaise, sour cream, or yogurt.
- For a tangy dressing, use vinegar, lemon juice, or lime juice.
- Season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Layer the salad in a serving dish in the following order: vegetables, dressing, nuts, and cheese.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Layered salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of vegetables, dressings, nuts, and cheeses to choose from, the possibilities are endless. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing dish, give layered salad a try.
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