Embark on a culinary adventure with the captivating overnight salad saga. Discover the art of combining unlikely ingredients, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses. Explore the secrets of harmonizing diverse textures, transforming ordinary components into an extraordinary ensemble. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that promises to redefine your perception of salads and redefine the boundaries of your gastronomic experiences.
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OVERNIGHT LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD
This layered salad is a family favorite from a church cookbook I've had for 40 years. The bacon adds a fabulous crunch. -Mary Brehm, Cape Coral, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 4-qt. or 13x9-in. glass dish, layer the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sugar; spoon over salad, spreading to cover., Sprinkle top with cheese, bacon and cranberries. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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.
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
OVERNIGHT MARINATED VEGETABLE SALAD
One of my all-time favorite side dishes, this marinated medley is well-received whenever I serve it - which is often. It's wonderful with turkey, but also pleasant with just about any main dish you can think of. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the vegetables; set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients and shake well. Pour over vegetables; toss gently. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MOM'S OVERNIGHT MACARONI SALAD
When I got married this was one of the first recipes I asked from my mom. Prep and Cook Times, Servings are my guesses... It does make a lot!
Provided by Melanie M
Categories Weeknight
Time P1DT30m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- After cooking and draining macaroni, mix first set of ingredients together, while macaroni is still warm.
- In another bowl mix together second set of ingredients until it is smooth.
- Then pour it over the macaroni and stir.
- Cover and refrigerate OVERNIGHT.
- It will be bright yellow and real good the next day!
OVERNIGHT LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD
I like making this when I have friends coming for lunch the next day. I can have it all ready the night before, stick it in the fridge and turn my attention to other things. Using a store bought rotisserie chicken makes this even easier!
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Spread lettuce evenly in a wide 4-quart glass serving bowl.
- Top with a layer each of bean sprouts, water chestnuts, onions, cucumber and chicken.
- Pat pea pods dry and arrange on top.
- In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, curry powder, sugar and ginger.
- Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over pea pods.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours or until the next day.
- Just before serving, garnish with nuts and tomato halves.
- To serve, use a spoon and fork to lift out servings, scooping down to the bottom of the dish to include all layers.
OVERNIGHT SALAD
This recipe is from our school district cookbook. I love making this to take to people's house for dinner. It's simple yet delicious.
Provided by kris in ks
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Layer in preceding order.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
- Toss before serving.
OVERNIGHT FRUIT SALAD
I don't remember where I originally got this recipe, but I've made it many times beginning mid-1960's. For months I've been searching for the recipe to post it. Then today it showed up in my e-mail from a daily recipe site. I've added to the ingredients and directions. The original recipe called for one can of cherries, so that's what I listed in the ingredients, but I prefer two cans of cherries. Look for Royal Ann or Royal Cherries. If you sub a different kind of cherries or other fruit I have no idea how it will turn out. The original recipe didn't call for bananas. I always use 2 or 3 bananas. Leave out them out if you don't like them. Same for the nuts. Be SURE to make this a minimum of 12 hours before serving - 24 hours is better. The first time I made it was for a family gathering. I tasted it right away - it was terrible. The next day it was great. What a difference a day makes! As you can tell from the ingredients, this is sweet.
Provided by Ann Marie F
Categories Oranges
Time P1DT20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare cooked Dressing:.
- Heat first 6 ingredients just to boiling in 1-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Let it cool while you beat the whipping cream.
- Beat whipping cream in chilled medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until it's stiff.
- Fold a spoonful of the cooled egg mixture into into the whipped cream.
- Fold the rest of the cooled egg mixture into the whipped cream.
- If you add the hot egg mixture all at once into the whipped cream, it will curdle; trust me on this.
- Add fruit& nuts to the dressing.
- Refrigerate at least 12 hours to blend flavors.
- Garnish with Maraschino cherries.
- Garnish with nuts if you choose to use the nuts as a garnish rather than an ingredient, or both as I do.
OVERNIGHT CORNBREAD SALAD
This is a good and easy recipe.
Provided by Charlotte
Categories Salad
Time P1DT1h40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare cornbread according to the box instructions. Cool, crumble and place in a large bowl.
- Mix in red onion, bell pepper, tomato, and mayonnaise. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 18 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 21.6 mg, Fat 46.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 764.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
OVERNIGHT CHICKEN AND FRUIT SALAD
Cooked chicken, red grapes, slivered almonds, and pineapple chunks make a lovely savory-sweet salad that's dressed with a mild curry mayonnaise. Papaya and avocado slices add color and flavor. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.
Provided by kirklandcook
Categories Salad
Time 8h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine chicken, grapes, pineapple chunks, celery, and water chestnuts in a large salad bowl. Mix mayonnaise, soy sauce, lemon juice, and curry powder in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill 8 hours to overnight. Stir almonds into salad just before serving; garnish with papaya and avocado slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 35.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 20.3 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 :
OVERNIGHT SALAD
A co-worker shared this recipe with me several years ago. It's never failed to be a hit when I serve it at a brunch or take it to a picnic or potluck. An added advantage is the fact you make it the day before - one less thing to worry about if you're entertaining or need to bring a "dish to pass" somewhere.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Brunch Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain oranges, reserving juice. Place pudding mix in a small saucepan; whisk in the lemon juice, pineapple juice, water and reserved orange juice. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat. Transfer to a bowl; cool. , Add the pineapple, oranges and marshmallows. Fold in whipped topping. Chill overnight. Just before serving, fold in banana.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
OVERNIGHT LETTUCE SALAD
After much trial and error, I came up with this recipe for an easy side salad. When company's coming I don't want to be in the kitchen chopping vegetables, so I make this the day before. The idea for salting the lettuce is from a Cook's Country magazine article, and surprisingly it doesn't make the salad watery!
Provided by Cookin with Lin
Categories Vegetable
Time 8h30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In large glass salad bowl, layer 1/2 chopped Lettuce, sprinkled with 1/2 teaspoons Salt. Then layer next 6 ingredients in any order you like. Top with other 1/2 chopped Lettuce sprinkled with 1/2 tsp.Salt.
- In separate bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and spread evenly over top layer.
- Sprinkle Cheese and Bacon over all. Refrigerate (8 to 24 hours).
- Toss just before serving.
OVERNIGHT LAYERED FRUIT SALAD
This recipe reminds me of the old "dinner on the ground" picnics from church during my childhood! It is a fruit version of the ever popular 7-Layer Salad. It should be made at least 8 hours ahead of time. It features oranges, apples and grapes atop a bed of shredded lettuce. Prep time and cooking time does not include the 8 hour chilling time! From Jack Reynolds in the Master Gardner Cookbook
Provided by breezermom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the shredded lettuce in a deep 2-quart glass serving bowl.
- Peel and section the oranges over a bowl, reserving the juice. Combine apple slices and orange juice; toss to coat. Layer apple slices over the lettuce; top with the orange sections and grapes.
- Combine mayonnaise and sour cream in a small bowl; stir well. Spread mayonnaise mixture over salad, sealing to the edge of the bowl. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and chill at least 8 hours.
PARTY SIZE OVERNIGHT PASTA SALAD
I first made this delicious salad about 20 years ago, when my then boyfriend now husband & I began dating. It was our first Family Christmas together. That was the beginning of a long list of many recipes, that I have made for him over the years. Today I made this recipe for my neighbor, who Is having a Birthday Party for her...
Provided by Rose Mary Mogan
Categories Pasta Salads
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. These are some of the main ingredients used to make the salad. I prefer Mayonnaise over Miracle Whip for my salads, because of the extra punch of flavor I feel it gives, but that is a matter of choice. Use what you like best.
- 2. Cook pasta till Al Dente or according to directions on package. Then drain immediately and rinse in cold water. Set aside till needed. NOTE: LEAVING PASTA IN HOT WATER WILL ALLOW IT TO CONTINUE COOKING.
- 3. Prep all of the veggies and set aside till needed.
- 4. Add the condensed milk, Mayonnaise or Miracle whip, vinegar & sugar to a large bowl, add in the spices, then beat or whisk until creamy & smooth & blended together.
- 5. Add in all the veggies, chopped chive and stir until well mixed together.
- 6. Pour into casserole dish or 9 X12 size deep dish pan. Garnish as desired. Refrigerate at least 6 hours, but preferably over night. Stir just before serving.
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 CABBAGE SALAD
Best if allowed to sit overnight, otherwise refrigerate a couple of hours at minimum. The grated onion really adds something special.
Provided by JoAnn
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together and refrigerate overnight.
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.
OVERNIGHT SPINACH SALAD FOR FIFTY
When serving a large crowd, make-ahead recipes are a must to keep the stress levels down and to leave time for more enjoyable activities on the day of the big event. This spinach salad has a refreshing lemon dressing that is sure to please. This needs to be made 12 to 24 hours in advance.
Provided by TGirl
Categories Spinach
Time P1DT30m
Yield 50 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In two 5 quart bowls, layer spinach, eggs, bacon, mushrooms, Romaine, and onion.
- In seperate bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and spread the mixture evenly over both salads.
- Sprinkle both salads with cheddar cheese and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
- Just before serving, add peas to salad and toss to combine.
OVERNIGHT BLT SALAD
Make and share this Overnight BLT Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by looneytunesfan
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- COMBINE salad dressing, Parmesan cheese and pepper in a small bowl; set aside.
- LAYER lettuce, potatoes, tomato and peas in a medium size serving bowl. Spread with salad dressing mixture; sprinkle with green onions.
- COVER with Reynolds Plastic Wrap; refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon before serving.
Tips:
- Utilize Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: Prioritize using fresh, flavorful produce and premium-quality ingredients for a salad that truly shines.
- Variety is Key: Combine diverse textures, flavors, and colors in your salad for a more interesting and satisfying culinary experience.
- Choose the Right Dressing: Select a dressing that complements and enhances the flavors of your salad ingredients, be it a tangy vinaigrette, creamy ranch, or a vibrant citrus dressing.
- Don't Overdress: Use just enough dressing to lightly coat the salad, preserving the integrity of the ingredients and preventing sogginess.
- Marinate Vegetables: Marinating vegetables in a flavorful dressing before assembling the salad adds extra depth and dimension to the dish.
- Assemble Just Before Serving: To maintain the salad's freshness and prevent wilting, assemble it shortly before serving, particularly if using delicate greens like arugula or spinach.
- Use Herbs and Spices Wisely: Incorporate fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or parsley to elevate the salad's flavor profile. Experiment with spices like cumin, paprika, or chili powder for added depth.
Conclusion:
Overnight salads offer a convenient and delicious meal prep solution, allowing you to enjoy a nutritious and satisfying salad anytime. With endless variations and combinations of ingredients, dressings, and toppings, the possibilities are limitless. Remember to select high-quality ingredients, dress the salad lightly, and assemble it just before serving to ensure maximum freshness and flavor. Explore different flavor combinations, experiment with new ingredients, and let your creativity shine through as you craft your perfect overnight salad.
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