Best 4 Scrumptious Salad Recipes

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In the culinary realm, salads reign supreme as a refreshing and vibrant expression of flavors, textures, and colors. Whether you're a seasoned salad aficionado or just starting your exploration into the world of greens, creating a scrumptious salad is an art that combines creativity, balance, and a touch of culinary magic. With countless ingredients to choose from and endless variations to explore, the possibilities are boundless. In this article, we'll embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of crafting a truly delectable salad, one that tantalizes your taste buds and leaves you craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ASHLEY'S SCRUMPTIOUS SALAD SUPPER



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and washed
1 head romaine lettuce, washed
12 cherry tomatoes, cut in 1/2
12 radishes, sliced
1 cucumber, peeled and sliced
Any other raw vegetables that the family likes
2 cups homemade croutons, recipe follows
1/2 cup grated Cheddar
1 cup of your favorite salad dressing, such as Ranch, 1000 Island or Italian
6 slices stale bread, crusts removed
1 stick butter, softened
Garlic powder
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cut iceberg lettuce head in 1/2 then in 1/2 again. Slice into 1/2-inch wide pieces and put in salad bowl. Cut off bottom (core) of romaine and slice the romaine widthwise in 1/2-inch strips. Place in salad bowl. Toss with remaining vegetables. Add croutons and cheese, toss again. When salad is well mixed, pour dressing over and toss again. Serve with toasted garlic French bread.
  • Butter the bread on both sides. Sprinkle with garlic powder on both sides. Cut buttered bread into 1-inch squares. In a skillet over medium heat, heat 1/2 the oil until hot, but not smoking. Add 1/2 of the bread and brown on one side. Turn over and brown on the other side. Transfer to cookie sheet and cool. Repeat with remaining bread squares.

SCRUMPTIOUS SALAD!



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The flavors of unique ingredients such as mango and sun-dried tomatoes come together in this scrumptious salad for some excitement for your tastebuds! Can also be served as a light entree.

Provided by irumluvstocook

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta
1 mango - peeled, seeded, and cubed
2 small tomatoes, cubed
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives, chopped
¼ cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
¾ cup chopped fresh spinach
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup basil pesto

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente, and drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large casserole dish, toss the pasta with the mango, tomatoes, avocado, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan cheese, and pesto.
  • Place the salad in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, just until warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 309.2 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SCRUMPTIOUS SCRAMBLED SALAD



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This recipe makes a large, very pretty and absolutely delicious salad that always disappears as fast as I make it.-Becky Muldrow, Highlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large bunches romaine, torn
12 green onions, thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups sliced water chestnuts, coarsely chopped
1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
2-1/4 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon evaporated milk
1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 pound sliced bacon, cooked, crumbled and drained
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced

Steps:

  • In a very large salad bowl, layer the romaine, onions, water chestnuts and peas. Combine the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar and garlic powder; spread over peas. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Just before serving, add the tomatoes, bacon and eggs; toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SCRUMPTIOUS CHICKEN SALAD



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A great salad for the warm weather months. Works beautifully for luncheon buffets, too. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect.

Provided by Donna M.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces uncooked pasta (I like bowties)
2 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
2/3 cup finely chopped celery
2 cups cooked peas
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple tidbits
1/4 cup slivered almonds (toasted or not)
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimientos
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta, al dente, drain and rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • Blend mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Drain pineapple, saving juice.
  • Gently stir all ingredients together, adding as much of the reserved pineapple juice as needed to moisten.
  • Save any extra pineapple juice in case you need to add more after salad has chilled and absorbed some of the dressing.
  • Chill well.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, seasonal ingredients. This will ensure that your salads are packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to salad recipes, so don't be afraid to try new combinations of ingredients.
  • Use a variety of textures. This will make your salads more interesting and satisfying to eat.
  • Don't overdress your salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way, so be sure to use it sparingly.
  • Make your salad ahead of time. This will save you time on busy weeknights.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious and healthy salad recipes to choose from, there's no excuse not to enjoy a salad every day. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for a salad. Your body will thank you!

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