Best 10 Southwestern Seven Layer Salad With Corn Muffin Croutons Recipes

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In the realm of cuisine, the southwestern seven-layer salad emerges as a masterpiece, a vibrant tapestry of textures and flavors that tantalize the palate. With its diverse layers of beans, corn, cheese, tomatoes, and avocado, each ingredient contributes a unique harmony to this symphony of taste. Corn muffin croutons, golden brown and crispy, add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor, elevating the salad to an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you seek a light and refreshing lunch option, a vibrant side dish, or a centerpiece for your next gathering, this southwestern seven-layer salad with corn muffin croutons promises to delight and satisfy.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN SEVEN LAYER SALAD WITH CORN MUFFIN CROUTONS



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This salad is a variation on a theme of the seven layer dip, only in a salad.Unknown source

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier @eatygourmet

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 14

- 3 corn muffins cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 dashes tabasco sauce
- 6 to 8 cups romaine lettuce, 1 large head or 2 small heads, washed, torn into pieces and dried
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400. Put muffin chunks on baking pan. Toast in oven til golden brown, turning once to prevent burning, about 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool. Do not prepare more than 2 hours ahead. In small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and seasoning. Refrigerate until ready to use. Toss lettuce with dressing in large bowl. Put dressed lettuce on large serving platter or in individual plates. Top lettuce with each of the remaining ingredients, in order. Top with corn muffin croutons. Serve at once. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

SOUTHERN 7 LAYER SALAD



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Make and share this Southern 7 Layer Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by escripps

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

carrots shreded - 8 carrot
iceberg lettuce, - 1 head shreded
peas - 1 small defrosted bag frozen peas
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 cups mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese
1/2 cup bacon bits

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with the shredded Ice Berg Lettuce (Do not substitute anything else, otherwise it will get mushy).
  • Layer the carrots on top of the lettuce.
  • Then layer in the defrosted peas.
  • Over the peas layer in the onions.
  • Then completely seal the whole salad with a thick whole egg mayonnaise. Mound the mayonnaise in the middle of the salad and spread to the outside of the bowl, like icing a cake. It is important to remember to completely seal the bowl with mayonnaise in order for the flavors to blend properly.
  • On top of the mayonnaise spread the shredded cheese around the outside of the bowl (in a ring).
  • Then spread the bacon bits around in the middle. Don't use real bacon because you need the strong flavor and crunch of the soy-based Bacon Bits.
  • Tightly seal with plastic wrap let it sit in the fridge overnight or up to 24 hours before serving.
  • Leftover salad is great the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 19.2, Sodium 324.2, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.4

SOUTHWESTERN LAYERED SALAD



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"I made this eye-catching salad for my parents' 50th anniversary party and everyone enjoyed it," says Mary VanLangendon of Green Bay, Wisconsin. The cilantro dressing adds pizzazz to layers of egg, avocado and veggies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups shredded romaine
8 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
3-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 cans (11 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (16 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and diced
CILANTRO DRESSING:
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1-1/4 cups minced fresh cilantro
Sliced ripe olives, cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place the romaine in a large salad bowl. Arrange some egg slices around edge of bowl; place remaining eggs over romaine. Top with tomatoes. In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans and onions; spoon over tomatoes. In another large bowl, drizzle lime juice over avocados; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle avocados over tomatoes; spreading to sides of bowl. , In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin and chili powder. Stir in cilantro. Pour dressing over salad. Garnish with olives, cherry tomatoes and cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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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

1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
½ (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 roasted red peppers, diced
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can white corn, drained
¼ cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

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

SOUTHWESTERN CORN SALAD



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This flavor-packed salad from our Test Kitchen mellows as it chills and stays fresh for several days in the fridge. It's a great make-ahead dish and ideal for potlucks and picnics. Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained
8 green onions, chopped
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the corn, onions, jalapenos and cilantro. Combine the mayonnaise, salt and pepper; gently stir into corn mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 577mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE CORN SALAD



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This is a wonderful cold salad which complements a good steak on the grill or barbeque ribs or chicken. I discovered this dish on a hot 4th of July party. It was a huge hit so I had to get the recipe!

Provided by SONIAUKE

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn, thawed
1 cup chopped green onions
⅔ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine corn, green onions, bell pepper, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, cumin, and thyme together in a small bowl until well combined. Add dressing to the corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 67.3 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SOUTHWEST LAYERED CORNBREAD SALAD



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With no last-minute assembly needed, this layered salad is ready for a spot on the party buffet. -Rod & Sue Brusius, Omro, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups ranch salad dressing
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cornbread according to package directions. Cool completely on a wire rack. Break into crumbles., In a 3-qt. bowl, layer half of each of the following: cornbread, beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, dressing and cheese. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD WITH BACON



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Seasoned chunks of cornbread are layered with grilled chicken, tomatoes and Cheddar and topped with bacon pieces in this hearty salad for eight.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 19

Corn Muffins
1 pkg. (8-1/2 oz.) corn muffin mix
2 cans (4-1/2 oz. each) green chiles, drained
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
Salad Dressing
1/2 cup fat free sour cream
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
Salad
1 pkg. (6 oz.) torn salad greens
1 can (16 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 avocado, chopped
1 can (15-1/4 oz.) corn, drained
1 red pepper, chopped
2 pkg. (6 oz. each) OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Southwestern Seasoned or Grilled Chicken Breast, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
12 slices OSCAR MAYER Thick Sliced Center Cut Bacon, cooked, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Corn Muffins:
  • Prepare muffin batter as directed on package; stir in chiles, cumin and oregano. Spoon into 12 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup half full. Bake 20 to 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool 10 min. Remove muffins from paper liners; crumble into large pieces.
  • Salad Dressing:
  • Mix sour cream and dressing.
  • Salad:
  • Spread half the crumbled Corn Muffins onto large platter. Cover with layers of all remaining Salad ingredients except bacon; top with remaining crumbled muffins, bacon and Salad Dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND CORN BREAD SALAD



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This is a meal all by itself! It goes together in a snap using leftover cornbread and chicken.

Provided by Shirley

Categories     Salad

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ranch dressing
½ cup salsa
6 stale corn bread muffins, coarsely crumbled
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup canned corn
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers (such as Ortega®)
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup diced bell pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
½ cup diced red onion
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix ranch dressing and salsa together in a small bowl.
  • Layer 1/2 of the corn bread crumbles, pinto beans, corn, green chile peppers, and olives in a large bowl; cover with 1/2 of the dressing mixture. Layer bell pepper, chicken, bacon, onion, and tomatoes over dressing. Top with remaining corn bread crumbles and dressing mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors combine, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.3 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 1588.9 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD



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This is a very pretty and colorful salad and it's great to take for a pot-luck gathering. Layered in a trifle bowls, all the colors are nicely presented!

Provided by Leopard Apron

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 (8 ounce) package cornbread, prepared
2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
4 roma tomatoes, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
4 green onions, sliced
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Prepare 8" pan of cornbread according to package directions. When cooled, cut into large cubes and toast in 375 degree oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from oven to cool. Set aside and prepare dressing using first three ingredients.
  • Using 1/2 of cornbread, break into smaller chunks and place in glass serving dish. Begin layering 1/2 of the ingredients (except cheese, bacon & dressing)in order and repeat, beginning again with remaining cornbread. Spread top layer with dressing and top with cheese and bacon crumbles. Garnish with green onion tops or small sweet jalapenos,halved & seeded. Refrigerate until serving time.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your salad the best flavor. If possible, buy organic produce.
  • Make your own corn muffin croutons: This is a great way to use up leftover corn muffins. Simply cut the muffins into cubes and toast them in the oven until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make a seven-layer salad. Feel free to add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
  • Make it ahead of time: This salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Just keep it covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.

Conclusion:

Southwestern seven-layer salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. The next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.

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