Best Jambalaya Salad Recipes

JAMBALAYA RICE SALAD

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My cold rice salad has a little hint of spice for a classic jambalaya-style kick. Shrimp, tomatoes, ham and peppers give the dish bright colors and a delightful texture. -Karen Rahn, Hixon, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1-1/3 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1-1/2 pounds peeled and deveined cooked shrimp (31-40 per pound)
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

Prepare rice according to package directions; cool. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add ham and onion; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add next 6 ingredients; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar., Combine rice, ham mixture, shrimp, celery and peppers. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours. Add tomatoes; toss to combine. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 150mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges

JAMBALAYA SALAD

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This is a New Orleans-style salad with shrimp, ham, bacon, rice, and Creole seasonings.

Provided by Angel

Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 ⅓ cups water
⅔ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
6 slices bacon
1 (6 ounce) can tiny shrimp, drained
½ cup cubed ham
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup sliced celery
¼ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
¾ cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in the rice. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, place bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until evenly brown. Drain, cool, and crumble.
In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, crumbled bacon, shrimp, ham, bell pepper, celery, onion, and tomatoes.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the salad dressing, thyme, chili powder, garlic, and salt. Pour over rice mixture, and toss to coat. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 64.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 981.4 mg, Sugar 4 g

JAMBALAYA SALAD

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

Provided by LikeItLoveIt

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups cooked white rice
6 ounces cooked baby shrimp
1/2 cup cubed ham
6 slices bacon
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
3/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet.
Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.
Drain, crumble and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the rice, shrimp, ham, bacon, bell pepper, celery, onion and tomatoes; mix together.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the salad dressing, thyme, chili powder, garlic and salt.
Pour over rice mixture; mix well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.7, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 53, Sodium 633.9, Carbohydrate 18, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3, Protein 8