Best 4 Million Dollar Salad Recipes

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Million dollar salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side salad, or main course. It is typically made with a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits, and nuts, and is dressed with a tangy vinaigrette. The exact ingredients and proportions can vary depending on personal preference, but some common variations include:

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

"MILLION DOLLAR" CHINESE CABBAGE SALAD



This recipe is always a hit...with kids too! I used to call it my 'Million Dollar Salad' because buying the sesame seeds was so expensive. Now I buy the sesame seeds in bulk at a health food store and it's much more affordable.

Provided by malo1

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup wine vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles (without flavor packets), lightly crushed
½ cup slivered almonds
1 cup sesame seeds
1 head napa cabbage, chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sugar, wine vinegar, and soy sauce until the sugar has dissolved. Refrigerate the dressing while preparing the salad.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread the broken ramen noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake the ramen noodle mixture until lightly browned, about 15 minutes, stirring often. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Allow mixture to cool.
  • Just before serving, mix together the napa cabbage and green onions with toasted ramen mixture in a salad bowl until thoroughly combined; toss with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 176.7 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

MILLION DOLLAR FRUIT SALAD



Million Dollar Fruit Salad image

Make and share this Million Dollar Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip Lite, frozen and thawed
1 (13 ounce) can Eagle Brand Condensed Milk (I use low-fat)
1 (30 ounce) can fruit cocktail in light syrup, drained
1 (10 ounce) can unsweetened crushed canned pineapple
2 bananas, thinly chopped, rubbed with lemon juice
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Fold together condensed milk and Cool Whip.
  • Add drained fruit cocktail and crushed pineapple.
  • Stir in sliced bananas with lemon and mix well. Add pecans and stir.
  • Chill for one hour or overnight and serve cool.
  • FOR VARIATION: you can add 1/2 cup of small marshmallows and 1/2 cup shredded coconut if you like.

MILLION DOLLAR RICE SALAD



Million Dollar Rice Salad image

This was first called "Million Dollar Rice Salad" and won first prize in a Texas Farm Bureau contest- where all the recipes had to contain rice and this was the prize winner and the only dessert salad entered. Since then it has been on dinner tables and buffet counters at most every holiday and celebration and goes by many...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
1 Tbsp mayonnaise
2 c cooked rice, cooled
12 large maraschino cherries, cut in half
20 oz can pineapple tidbits, drained
10 oz pkg. mini marshmallows, white or pastels
8 oz tub thawed cool whip
1 c chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cream cheese, sugar and mayonnaise and whip until smooth. Fold in rice, cherries, pineapple and marshmallows and blend gently. Fold in Cool Whip and pecan if desired.
  • 2. Note: Original recipe calls for whipped Dream Whip according to package directions. I prefer to us the Cool Whip.

MILLION DOLLAR SALAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)



MILLION DOLLAR SALAD Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-7711

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. vanilia pudding [3 5/8 oz.]cooked as directed
1 can mandarin oranges [drained]
1 can pineapple tbits [drained]
2 pound green or red grapes [cut in half]
1 package miniature marshmallows
2 cups coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 pint heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Prepare pudding according to instructions,add next six indgreints. Put cream in cold bowl and whip into whipping cream and fold whiped cream into other seven indregients. Put in refrigerator over night . Will keep up to four days in refrigerator. This is as near as I can remember like my mother made.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the salad will be. Look for crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and flavorful bacon.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy. Toss the salad lightly with just enough dressing to coat the leaves.
  • Add some crunch: To add more texture and flavor to the salad, add some crunchy elements like croutons, nuts, or seeds.
  • Experiment with different variations: There are many ways to make a million-dollar salad. Try adding different fruits, vegetables, or cheeses to create your own unique version.

Conclusion:

The million-dollar salad is a delicious and versatile salad that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great side dish for grilled meats or fish. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, the million-dollar salad is a surefire hit.

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