Best Corny Lettuce Salad Recipes

FRESH CORN SALAD

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Take advantage of summer's seasonal bounty with Ina Garten's easy Fresh Corn Salad recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, made with fresh basil.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5 ears of corn, shucked
1/2 cup small-diced red onion (1 small onion)
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup julienned fresh basil leaves

Steps:

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the corn for 3 minutes until the starchiness is just gone. Drain and immerse it in ice water to stop the cooking and to set the color. When the corn is cool, cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob.
Toss the kernels in a large bowl with the red onions, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Just before serving, toss in the fresh basil. Taste for seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature.

YUMMY CORN CHIP SALAD

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Corn chips give a special crunch and an unexpected flavor to this potluck favorite. Bacon adds a hint of smokiness, while the cranberries bring a touch of sweetness. It's the perfect picnic companion! -Nora Friesen, Aberdeen, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 small onion
3/4 teaspoon poppy seeds
SALAD:
2 bunches leaf lettuce, chopped (about 20 cups)
1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

For dressing, place first 7 ingredients in a blender. Cover; process until smooth. Stir in poppy seeds., Place salad ingredients in a large bowl; toss with dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 30g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CRUNCHY LETTUCE SALAD

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There are several variations to this Asian-style salad. But this is the one most folks prefer. Toasted almonds, chow mein noodles and sesame seeds contribute to this salad's "crunch".-Sue McLaughlin, Onawa, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup chow mein noodles
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 cups torn iceberg or romaine lettuce
4 green onions with tops, diced
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

Combine almonds, chow mein noodles and sesame seeds in a baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly toasted; set aside. , In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; shake well. In a large bowl, toss lettuce, onions and bacon. Just before serving, add almond mixture and dressing; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.