Best 8 Sweet N Sour Tossed Salad Recipes

Sweet and sour tossed salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and sour flavors creates a tantalizing taste that will leave you wanting more. This salad is also very versatile and can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions or preferences. With its vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, sweet and sour tossed salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET-AND-SOUR SALAD

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Here's a tasty twist to pasta salad that my family really enjoys. The sweet-and-sour dressing is irresistible.-Sheryl Christian, Watertown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces elbow macaroni or mostaccioli
1 medium green or sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1/2 medium cucumber, sliced
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a bowl; add pepper, cucumber and onion. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake until sugar is dissolved. Pour over salad; toss. Chill.

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SWEET 'N' SOUR TOSSED SALAD

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This recipe has been with our family so long that no one knows who originated it. The dressing is also great on any lettuce salad or even over a fruit salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups each torn fresh spinach, romaine and iceberg lettuce
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine lettuces, oranges and onion. In a blender or food processor, combine remaining ingredients. Cover and process until slightly thickened. Pour 1/3 cup over the salad and toss to coat; serve immediately. Refrigerate remaining dressing.

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CRISPY NOODLE SALAD WITH SWEET AND SOUR DRESSING

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 cups mixed baby greens, 1 sack
1 cup fresh bean spouts
1 cup shredded carrot, available in produce department
3 radishes, sliced
2 scallions, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
2 cups fried noodles, any size, available in bulk bins or on Asian foods aisle of market
2 tablespoons sweet plum sauce or duck sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, cider or white vinegar may be substituted
1/3 cup light oil, peanut, canola or vegetable oil -- eyeball the amount
Salt and pepper

Steps:

In a bowl, combine greens, bean sprouts, carrot, radishes, scallions, red bell pepper and half of the fried noodles. Whisk together plum or duck sauce and vinegar in a smaller bowl. Stream in oil and continue whisking to combine. Dress salad and toss with salt and pepper, to your taste. Serve salad with remaining crispy noodles, as garnish.

YOUR BASIC TOSSED SALAD

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 11m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 hearts romaine lettuce
2 small plum tomatoes, diced
1 Kirby cucumber or 1/4 European seedless cucumber, diced
1 small yellow onion or 1/2 red onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons (a couple of splashes) red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and black pepper

Steps:

Place salad greens in a salad bowl and top with tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and carrot. Place oil, vinegar and sugar in a small plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake dressing until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Pour dressing over salad. Season salad with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss to combine.

SWEET N SOUR BEAN SALAD

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Make and share this Sweet N Sour Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) can green beans, rinsed and drained (or 3/4 lb. fresh in season- trim and steam to tender crisp)
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced purple onion
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard (we like dijon)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon pepper
celery leaves (optional)

Steps:

Combine green beans and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl, toss gently and set aside.
Combine vinegar and next 5 ingredients in a small nonaluminum saucepan, place over medium heat, and cook 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring constantly.
Pour over bean mixture, toss gently to coat.
Cover and chill 8 hours.
Garnish with a celery leaf, if desired.

SWEET 'N' SOUR TOSSED SALAD

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Dolores Brignac's family was skeptical the first time she served this unusual salad-but one taste convinced them it was a winner. 'Now when I bring it out, everyone digs in and cleans their plates,' she pens from Braithwaite, Louisiana.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter or margarine
6 cups torn romaine
4 cups broccoli florets
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
4 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, sliced
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
4 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Break noodles into small pieces (save seasoning envelope for another use). In a skillet over medium heat, saute noodles and walnuts in butter for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, broccoli, tomatoes and onions. Place dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until sugar is dissolved. Add dressing and noodle mixture to salad; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

SWEET 'N' SOUR TOSSED SALAD

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Dolores Brignac's family was skeptical the first time she served this unusual salad-but one taste convinced them it was a winner. 'Now when I bring it out, everyone digs in and cleans their plates,' she pens from Braithwaite, Louisiana.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles
1 cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter or margarine
6 cups torn romaine
4 cups broccoli florets
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
4 medium (4-1/8" long)s green onions, sliced
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or cider vinegar
4 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Break noodles into small pieces (save seasoning envelope for another use). In a skillet over medium heat, saute noodles and walnuts in butter for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool.
In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, broccoli, tomatoes and onions. Place dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until sugar is dissolved. Add dressing and noodle mixture to salad; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

SWEET AND SOUR PASTA SALAD

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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Danielle in New Ham

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
1 medium red onion
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water.
Place in large serving bowl, add onion, tomato, cucumber, green pepper and parsley, set aside.
In a saucepan combine the dressing ingredients, cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
Pour over salad and toss.
Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Serve with slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.2, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 3.1, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 20.3, Protein 4.2

Tips:

Choose fresh, crisp vegetables. This will ensure that your salad is flavorful and refreshing. Some good choices include romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and bell peppers.
Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat and help the dressing to evenly coat them.
Use a light, flavorful dressing. A good option is a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. You can also use a store-bought dressing, but be sure to choose one that is low in sugar and fat.
Toss the salad gently. This will prevent the vegetables from becoming bruised or wilted.
Serve the salad immediately. Freshly tossed salad is best enjoyed right away.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour tossed salad is a healthy and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try!