With summer in full swing, it's time to enjoy the great outdoors. One of the best ways to do that is to whip up a delicious overnight patio salad. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or a relaxing evening on the patio. With its vibrant colors, fresh flavors, and minimal effort, it's sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your summer cooking repertoire.
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OVERNIGHT SALAD (SEVEN LAYER SALAD)
A perfect combination of layers dressed with a delicious homemade dressing makes for a gorgeous salad!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
- Place lettuce in the bottom of a large bowl (or 9x13 pan).
- Top with tomatoes, peas, onions and boiled eggs. Spread dressing overtop to seal the edges. Top with cheese.
- Cover salad and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with bacon before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 169 mg, Sodium 587 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
OVERNIGHT PATIO SALAD
This is my most asked for recipe and it will impress your family and friends too. It is a very easy salad for Picnic's, Potlucks or BBQ dinners. It makes an easy One Dish Meal with Crusty rolls and fresh fruits also.
Provided by June Lerch
Categories Tuna
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Prepare the day before serving.
- Starting with lettuce, layer the first three ingredients in a large salad bowl.
- Scatter celery, green pepper and onions over macaroni layer.
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and seasonings in a small bowl.
- Spread evenly over salad.
- Break frozen peas apart and sprinkle over salad.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Combine tuna, shrimp and Italian dressing in a separate bowl; cover and refrigerate overnight.
- When ready to serve, arrange tuna and shrimp mixture in center of salad.
- Garnish along edge of salad with tomato wedges or cherry tomato halves.
- Toss lightly just before serving.
PATIO SHRIMP SALAD
Shrimp tossed with rice, pickles, olives, raisins and some more salad goodies. A quick and easy summer salad.
Provided by Wilma Scott
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place rice in a medium-size mixing bowl. Mix pickles, olives, onion, salt, green pepper, raisins and tomato juice into the rice. Stir well and let mixture stand 5 minutes.
- Mix shrimp and mayonnaise into the mixture, toss lightly and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.1 g, Cholesterol 93.6 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 739.6 mg, Sugar 10.8 g
OVERNIGHT BUFFET SALAD
This is a great tasting salad to take to your next potluck or serve at your next dinner party. It feeds a lot of people and it is easy to make. The prep time includes the refrigeration of the greens after washing (I let the lettuce crisp up 24 hours) and the refrigeration of the completed salad for 24 hours.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time P2DT1h
Yield 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash spinach and lettuce and spin dry.
- Tear into small pieces, wrap in paper towels and refrigerate several hours, or overnight until dry and crisp.
- In a 13"x9"x5" deep dish (I use the foil store- bought pan), layer half the spinach, lettuce, peas, onion, grated eggs and bacon; repeat layers.
- In a small bowl, combine dry salad dressing mix, mayonnaise, sour cream and yogurt.
- Spread prepared dressing over entire top of salad, making sure the edges are covered.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Garnish the top with green pepper rings, sliced black olives or green olives, tomato wedges, and slices or wedges of hard-cooked eggs.
OVERNIGHT FRUIT SALAD
I first tasted this rich, old-fashioned fruit salad at my wedding reception many years ago. The ladies who did the cooking wouldn't share the recipe at the time, but I eventually got it. I've made it for many meals, and our daughters copied the recipe when they married. -Eileen Duffeck, Lena, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a double boiler over medium heat, cook and stir eggs, sugar and vinegar until mixture is thickened and reaches 160°. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Cool. , In a large serving bowl, combine grapes, marshmallows, pineapple, oranges and bananas; add cooled dressing and stir to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, fold in whipped cream and pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SPECTACULAR OVERNIGHT SLAW RECIPE
To come up with this dish, I used a number of different recipes plus some ideas of my own. It's great for potluck because it's made the night before and the flavor keeps getting better. Whenever I serve it I'm inundated with recipe requests.
Provided by bfr610
Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes No Mayo
Time 8h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix cabbage, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, carrots, and olives together in a large bowl.
- Whisk vinegar, oil, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, celery seed, and mustard seed together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Pour hot dressing over cabbage mixture and toss gently. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.9 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 323.4 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
OVERNIGHT VEGETABLE SALAD
My friend Anne, whom I first met in sixth grade, gave me this recipe. Whenever I'm invited to a potluck and a salad is needed, I make a double batch. There are seldom any leftovers! This is also my favorite recipe to share.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine peas, beans, corn, onion, celery and pimientos. In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Pour over the vegetables. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts :
CREAMY OVERNIGHT FRUIT SALAD
Here's a delightful make-ahead salad that serves eight. With marshmallows in the mix, kids will gobble it up! Make it your way with the variation below.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 12h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 1-quart saucepan, mix all dressing ingredients except whipping cream. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly; cool.
- In chilled medium deep bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on low speed until mixture begins to thicken. Increase speed to high and beat until stiff peaks form. Fold in cooled egg mixture.
- In large glass or plastic bowl, gently toss salad ingredients and dressing. Cover; refrigerate at least 12 hours to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (About 1 Cup), Sodium 40 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Choose a variety of vegetables. This will add color, texture, and flavor to your salad.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a patio salad. Try different combinations of vegetables, herbs, and dressings until you find one that you love.
- Make ahead of time. Patio salads are perfect for make-ahead meals. Simply assemble the salad and dressing in a jar or container and refrigerate overnight. When you're ready to serve, just shake or stir the salad and pour over the dressing.
- Enjoy! Patio salads are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the outdoors.
Conclusion:
Overnight patio salads are a great way to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal outdoors. With a little planning, you can easily make a salad that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're planning a cookout or picnic, be sure to add an overnight patio salad to your menu.
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