Best Bayou Salad Recipes

BLEND OF THE BAYOU

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My sister-in-law shared this recipe with me when I first moved to Louisiana. It's been handed down in my husband's family for generations. It's quick to prepare, nutritious and beautiful. I've passed it on to my children, too. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3/4 cup cooked rice
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 12 crackers)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, cook and stir cream cheese and 2 tablespoons butter over low heat until melted and smooth. , In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, saute onion, celery and green pepper in remaining butter until tender. Stir in shrimp, crab, soup, rice, mushrooms, garlic salt, pepper sauce, cayenne and cream cheese mixture., Combine cheddar cheese and cracker crumbs; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

BAYOU'S MARDI GRAS SLAW

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This is a wonderfully colorful cole slaw perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras or any other time. It is presented in the official colors of Mardi Gras: purple, green, and gold. The sauce is a perfect blend of sweet and tart, with a little cayenne pepper for bite. Do not dress the coleslaw ahead, or it will become soggy.

Provided by Chef Bayou

Categories Salad Coleslaw Recipes With Mayo

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

½ cup apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons celery seed
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
salt to taste
1 small head red cabbage, shredded
2 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch strips
2 green zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch strips

Steps:

Whisk together cider vinegar, dark brown sugar, dry mustard, celery seed, cayenne pepper, dill, sour cream, mayonnaise, horseradish and salt. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
When ready to serve, place the cabbage, bell pepper, and zucchini in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat (see notes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 82.9 mg, Sugar 9 g

BAYOU SALAD

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Make and share this Bayou Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories Cajun

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups rice, cooked
2 cups shrimp, cooked, peeled, crawfish if you have
2 cups celery, chopped
1 cup peas, frozen
1/4 cup stuffed green olive, sliced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper