Homemade Croutons RecipesCroutons make a delicious addition to any salad. Making your own croutons is not only easy but also cheaper than buying them pre-made. This page contains homemade croutons recipes.
Cucumber Salad RecipesCucumbers work as well as lettuce as the base for a healthy salad. Cucumbers have a very mild taste so can be flavored to accompany many different international cuisines. This page contains recipes for cucumber salad.
7-Up Fruit SaladOne of my favorite salads.
Velvet SaladGreat salad recipe!
Chinese Noodle SaladMix broccoli and onions. Break up noodles (discard seasonings). Put noodles in pan with butter, seeds, and almonds. Brown, stirring constantly until light brown.
Fruity Chicken SaladThis is a quick fix and a great dish for anytime! Boil and debone chicken; chop into pieces. Cut the grapes in half. Chop celery very fine. Chop apple. Toast nuts. Mix all ingredients together well with mayonnaise and enjoy.
Pink SaladWhip sweetened condensed milk and then the whipped topping together. Fold in pie filling, pears, pineapple, and nuts. Chill or freeze as desired. Spoon into a large bowl to serve or freeze in a 9x13 inch pan.
Old Fashioned Potato Salad (with a new twist)In at least 1 quart boiling water, in covered saucepan, cook potatoes with 1 tablespoon salt until fork tender, about 2 minutes after coming to a boil. Drain well in colander.
Banana Split SaladCream together cream cheese and sugar; set aside. Combine bananas, strawberries, pineapple, and walnuts (do not use mixer). Fold in Cool Whip. Refrigerate.
Dump SaladDump together pie filling, whipped topping, crushed pineapple, and condensed milk and put into 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle top with chopped nuts and freeze.
Mohave Fruit SaladCombine all ingredients and mix lightly. Serve on bed of lettuce or ruffled endive. Makes 4-6 servings. Can also add a few chopped walnuts, if desired.
Cucumber SlawPare and thinly slice cucumber. Combine cream and seasoning. Mix thoroughly. Add to cucumbers. Let stand several hours in covered dish in refrigerator before serving.
Shrimp Pasta SaladCook macaroni, rinse in cold water; drain. Add chopped onion, pickle relish, and peas. Add dressing. Fold in shrimp and refrigerate 6 hours.
Crispy Pea SaladCombine peas, celery, onions, nuts, bacon, and sour cream. Add 1/4 cup of dressing.
Pineapple Chicken SaladDrain the fruits well and refrigerate overnight. In medium size bowl stir together salad dressing and mustard. Stir in chicken, celery, onion, mushrooms, pepper and olives.
Family Reunion SaladMix dry ingredients; add egg yolks and milk. Cook in double boiler until thick, stirring constantly. Add vinegar and butter.
Cinnamon Applesauce SaladAdd cinnamon candies to hot water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve. Pour over gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is dissolved. Add applesauce and blend well.
Cranberry SaladDissolve gelatin in hot water, then add cold water. Cool mixture and set aside. Wash and grind cranberries. Pare and chop apples into small chunks.
Not Your Ordinary SaladTastes even better a day or two later after the flavors have had more time to blend.
Creamy Pink SaladMix together and refrigerate. Could also be frozen and served with graham cracker crust.
Caribbean Cucumber SaladEven if you're not an onion fancier, you'll want to use the entire onion for the flavor blending. You can simply be a picky eater by setting them aside on your plate or share with your onion loving family and friends.
Spring Cloud SaladLet the 7-Up come to a boil; add marshmallows and stir until blended. Add gelatin and pineapple with juice. Put into refrigerator until slightly thickened. Mix Cool Whip with mayonnaise; stir in walnuts to taste.
Sour Cream Jello SaladThis is a very good jello salad I like to use different types of jello depending on the time of year. Fantastic flavor
Delicious Fruit SaladBlend drained fruit and marshmallows with apricot pie filling. Just before serving, add apples and banana.
Overnight Lettuce SaladPlace in large bowl in order given. Miracle Whip should completely cover previous layer. Cover tightly; store overnight in refrigerator; toss and serve.
Balsamic Dressed TomatoesThis is a very simple salad but so delicious. It is perfect for late summer and early fall, when tomatoes are still in season. I have sometimes layered thinly sliced cucumbers as well.
Apple and Sunflower Seed SaladThis salad is perfect for those days when cooking is out.
Shells and Tomato SaladCook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta and all remaining ingredients; mix well.
Baked Potato SaladHot or cold, this potato salad is delicious. Cook bacon in large skillet. Drain off fat and save. Measure fat and return 1/4 cup to skillet. Add celery and onion and cook 1 minute. Blend in flour.
Cherry SaladCrush graham crackers. Melt butter; add sugar and mix with crackers. Spread in 9x13 inch pan; chill. Mix Dream Whip, cream cheese, and powdered sugar in mixer.
Broccoli With Sesame Lime DressingQuick, easy and tasty.
Mystery SaladHeat juice and water to dissolve gelatin. Chill until it begins to thicken, then combine with Dream Whip and cheese.
Sea Foam SaladHeat pear juice; add gelatin and stir until dissolved. While still hot, pour over cream cheese which has been blended with the 2 tablespoons of cream.
Taffy Apple SaladDrain pineapple, reserving juice. Combine reserved juice, sugar, flour, egg and vinegar in saucepan. Cook until thickened; let cool. Add whipped topping; mix well.
Pasta Salad a la JessWarning: You may quickly become addicted! This recipe makes a lot (perhaps 2-3 pounds worth or more), so you may have to play with it to scale it down if you want to make it at home and not have to eat it for a week, lol!
Cauliflower SaladLayer the ingredients in the order given in 9x13 inch pan. Cover with foil and chill. Stir before serving.
Maraschino Cherry SaladDrain pineapple and save 3 tablespoons juice. Drain cherries and save all juice. Mix fruit and marshmallows in one bowl. Set aside. In another large bowl, mix softened cream cheese with juices.
Ribbon Vegetable SaladArrange veggies in separate rows in 8 cup baking dish. Heat milk, water, cheese, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan, stirring often, just until cheese is melted.
Pear-Lime SaladDrain juice from canned pears and add enough water to make 2 cups liquid. Heat liquid and dissolve gelatin in it. Stir in cream cheese. Mash pears and add to liquid; add lemon juice.
Choice SaladCook juice, sugar and cornstarch until thick. Add beaten eggs and cook 2 minutes longer. Pour this mixture over pineapple, cheese, marshmallows and nuts. Chill and serve.
Copper Penny SaladSlice and cook carrots about 15 minutes. Chop onion and pepper fine. Mix soup, oil, vinegar and sugar with spices. Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate overnight in covered container.
Strawberry Pineapple SaladAdd gelatin to crushed pineapple. Bring to a boil and cool. Blend in cottage cheese and Cool Whip. Put in refrigerator.
Summer Sweet Corn SaladMix all ingredients and squeeze the lime juice over it all. Season with salt and pepper.
Mock Lobster SaladSimmer fish in 2 cup salted water until fish is white (5-10 minutes). Drain and cool. Flake into large pieces, add celery.
Texas SaladA delicious crunchy salad that makes for a wonderful side dish.
Potato Salad For a CrowdCombine salad dressing, relish, mustard and milk in bowl; mix well. Add additional milk for desired consistency. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl; mix well.
Frog Eye SaladCombine sugar, flour, salt, pineapple juice and eggs in saucepan. Cook over moderate heat until thick, stirring constantly. Add lemon juice. Let cool. Cook pasta in water and oil according to package directions.
Foo Young TossToss salad ingredients with dressing just before serving. Serves 6-8
Apple Almond SaladCombine oil, sugar, vinegar, salt & almond extract in jar with tight-fitting lid. Shake to mix well. Refrigerate for several hours. Combine remaining ingredients in bowl.
Orange Almond SaladCombine and shake all dressing ingredients, then refrigerate. Combine the almonds and sugar in skillet until coated and browned. Mix with lettuce or spinach, mandarin oranges and green onions.
Mozzarella Tomato and Orzo SaladQuick and easy! Cook orzo al dente according to package instructions. Drain and allow the orzo to cool.
Mixed Bean SaladEasy to make and very good.
Overnight Fruit SaladBoil milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch and salt until thick. Cool until very cold. Fold pineapple and marshmallows into whipped cream and then into milk mixture.
Summer SaladLight and refreshing, Goes with many different entrees. Dice all vegetables into smaller pieces, add cilantro, and basil.
Creamy Fruit SaladStir all together. Use the pudding last. Leave in refrigerator for a few minutes before serving.
Leon SaladI am always curious about the origin of recipes so decided to look this one up too. I was pleasantly surprised to find out this particular recipe originated at La Scala Restaurant in Beverly Hills where I was blessed to dine many times in my youth.
Greens and Beans SaladIn screw-top jar, combine oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, celery seed and paprika. Cover and shake to mix well. Marinate green beans in oil mixture in refrigerator at least 2 hours.
Raspberry SaladMix pretzels, butter and 2 Tbsp. sugar. Spread in 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes and cool. Dissolve gelatin in hot water, add raspberries, and put on top of cooled crust.
Zesty Corn SaladQuick and easy! Mix well; chill before serving.
Seashell SaladThis is a simple, basic recipe and you can add other things like tomatoes, cucumbers, meats, and/or cheeses to make it a complete hot-weather meal.
Lemon SaladThis is a cool dessert to enjoy in warm weather. Prepare gelatin as directed. Let chill until it is syrupy. Add remaining ingredients, mixing well. Refrigerate until set.
Lime and Corn Pasta Salad Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the rotini, and return to a boil.
Rosa Marina Fruit SaladThis is ambrosia with a twist. Everyone loves it. I only make it for special occasions!
Heavenly Fruit SaladCombine egg yolks, sugar, vinegar, pineapple juice, butter and salt. Cook over hot but not boiling water until mixture thickens stirring constantly.
Island Sweet Potato SlawIn a large bowl, add the sweet potato, pineapple, celery, onions, and cucumber. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, pineapple nectar or juice, ginger, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Lemon Dream Fruit SaladIn medium bowl, mix all ingredients. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving time.
Creamy Chicken SaladMix all together. Garnish with toasted almonds. Serve in lettuce cups of halved avocados.
California Style SaladPlace the first six ingredients in a large bowl and toss. Whisk together the reserved artichoke marinade, vinegar, mustard, garlic, and oil in small bowl and flavor with salt and pepper to taste.
Easy Club SaladToss all ingredients except egg slices in large bowl. Garnish with egg slices. 4 servings
Club SaladPlace cherry tomato halves up against side of 3 qt. clear glass bowl. Layer lettuce, 1 cup ranch dressing, chopped tomato, croutons, ham, cheese and turkey in bowl, making distinct layers.
Bruschetta SaladLightly whisk together first six ingredients and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside. Toss lettuce and croutons in a large serving bowl.
Pink Shrimp SaladMix shrimp, celery, peas, olives and Miracle Whip. Bring soup to boil. Add cheese. Cook carefully over low heat. Do not scorch. Soak gelatin in 1/2 cup cold water for 5 minutes.
Quick and Healthy Potato SaladPlace whole potatoes (do not poke) into microwave-safe dish. Cover dish (if covering dish with plastic wrap, poke small hole in plastic). Microwave on HIGH for 10 to 12 minutes depending on strength of microwave.
Spring Molded SaladDissolve gelatin in hot water. While hot, add cottage cheese. Beat. Grind veggies using small blade. Add to gelatin and stir in dash or salt and mayonnaise.
Champagne SaladMix Cool Whip, cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Add enough food coloring to make a light pink salad.
Carrot And Pineapple SaladDissolve gelatin in hot water and add pineapple juice. Chill. when this begins to thicken, add other ingredients. Pour mixture into a mold and chill until set.
Recipe for Orange Jello Carrot Salad?Way back in the 50s my mother made a salad with orange jello and grated carrots and maybe some kind of fruit, possibly crushed pineapple. Does anyone remember this concoction? Have a recipe? There may have been other things in it. Thanks.
Mango SaladDissolve Jello in water. Add softened cream cheese. Blend until smooth. Mash mangos with juice and add to Jello mixture. Add lemon juice and chopped pecans.
Fruit CupsDissolve gelatin in hot water. Add frozen orange juice and stir until dissolved. Add fruits and chill overnight. Serves 12-15.
Cheesy Pasta SaladCook hamburger with onions and drain. Add everything except tomatoes. Add tomatoes to top.
Fluffy Lemon SaladMix together all ingredients. Refrigerate.
Super Vegetable SaladCut the florets from broccoli and cauliflower. Wash and drain each thoroughly. Place florets in a large bowl. Add the chopped peppers, then the chopped onions. Place grated sharp cheddar cheese on top.
Zesty Potato SaladWhen I make potato salad, I cut the potatoes in 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes and cook the eggs in the same kettle. Cut the potatoes in 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes and cook the eggs in the same kettle. They both will be done 10 minutes after the water begins to boil.
Company Chicken SaladDissolve bouillon in boiling water and cook wild rice; cool. Mix remaining ingredients and add gently to cooled rice. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
Pineapple Cheese SaladLet gelatin and water set up in refrigerator until of whipping consistency. Blend in the topping, pineapple and pimento cheese spread. Chill.
Coconut Salad (BJ's Salad)Quick and delicious. Our son found this recipe in a magazine, remembered it he thought it sounded so good. He brought it home from school when he was 8 years old, and we still make it today.
Peanut Crunch SaladToss cabbage and celery together. Chill. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, onion, green pepper, and cucumber in small bowl.
Carolina Autumn SaladCombine all ingredients. Serve in lettuce cups or cabbage leaves. Serves 4.
Glazed Fruit SaladUse all of orange juice and enough pineapple juice to make 1 cup juice and mix with vanilla pudding in a small saucepan. Cook until thick and clear; cool.
Seven-Up SaladCook over medium heat, the 7-Up and marshmallows till dissolved. Add gelatin and stir till dissolved. Combine cream cheese with the cooked mixture. Add the undrained pineapple and nuts.
Panera Tomato Mozzarella Salad (Copycat)All I can say is 'Yum'! Cut bread into four wedges, place on plate. Gently toss tomatoes, basil and red onion together.
Mint SaladMix gelatin, pineapple (plus juice), and marshmallows. Let stand at room temperature overnight. Stir in Cool Whip and crushed mints. Pour into 9x13 inch pan and freeze.
Pastel SaladCombine above ingredients and chill, then serve.
Polynesian Shrimp SaladI love it. It's very simple. Put rinsed and drained shrimps in a bowl. Add celery, water chestnuts, sprouts and onions.
Italian SaladMix together all ingredients and pour the Italian dressing over them. Marinate 24 hours.
Cheap and Easy Potluck PleasersPotluck dinners are great get-togethers, and they offer affordable ways to feed a large gathering of people. Over the years I've collected some great large volume recipes at our family reunions and work buffets.
Pea and Nut SaladCombine all ingredients; chill.
Last Minute Fruit SaladPrepare whipped topping according to directions on package. Fold in remaining ingredients and chill.
Bean SaladMix all ingredients in large bowl, toss together and refrigerate overnight. Keeps for days.
Supper SaladMix first four ingredients until gelatin has dissolved. Mix in remaining ingredients. Does not need top dressing.
Tossed Vegetable SaladPlace vegetables in large bowl. Mix oil, vinegar and seasoning thoroughly together.
Carrot Raisin SaladThoroughly mix ingredients. Serve immediately.
Strawberry Pretzel SaladSweet. Crunchy. Guaranteed to be a hit. Mix pretzels, butter, sugar, and pat into 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 8 minutes; cool.
Pistachio SaladMix pudding with orange juice. Add marshmallows, pineapple and nuts. Fold in Cool Whip and chill several hours or overnight.
Tomato, Cheese and Basil Pasta SaladHave been experimenting with pasta salads lately and this one is simple and yummy. Cook pasta 'al dente' per package instructions.
Lightly Lime Fruit SaladIn large bowl, combine all salad ingredients except strawberries. In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; blend well.
Black Cherry and Coke SaladHeat Cook; dissolve gelatin in it. Add softened cream cheese. Mix with beater. Add fruit and juices; chill.
Blue Cheese Lover's Potato SaladCut potatoes into 3/4 inch pieces, leaving skins on. Cook in boiling water for 15-20 minutes or until tender; drain. Combine potatoes, onions, 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt and pepper, tossing gently.
Tuna Chinese Noodle SaladMix above ingredients. Just before serving, add: 1 can Chinese noodles and 1/2 cup diced celery. Keep refrigerated.
Apple Snicker SaladIn a large bowl, combine the pudding and milk. Fold in the whipped topping, apples and candy bars. Mix together and refrigerate until chilled.
Italian Potato SaladToss together first 7 ingredients in large bowl. Blend sour cream, brine, oregano and salt in small bowl. Add to potato mixture, tossing to blend. Fold in half the tomatoes.
Spicy Pork and Bean SaladPork and Beans with a zing. Put chopped onion, and bacon in fry pan cook till bacon is crisp.
Chilled Tomato SaladCombine dressing mix, red wine vinegar and water in a cruet. Set aside. Combine remaining ingredients. Add half of the dressing.