This creamy tropical cheesecake salad is a no-cook dessert salad made with softened cream cheese, instant cheesecake pudding, whipped topping, crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges, coconut, and miniature marshmallows. It takes just 15 to 20 minutes to assemble, serves about 8 people, and needs at least 1 hour of chilling before serving. Every spoonful combines a … Read more
This easy kidney bean salad recipe combines two cans of rinsed red kidney beans with crisp celery, red onion, fresh parsley, and a bright homemade dressing. The dressing takes just a few minutes to whisk together with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper, so the entire salad … Read more
This authentic German potato salad recipe is a warm, tangy side dish made with waxy potatoes, crisp bacon, onion, vinegar, mustard, and a lightly sweet dressing. The potatoes are boiled whole, sliced while warm, and folded into a skillet dressing so every piece absorbs the savory bacon flavor and bright vinegar tang. Ready in about … Read more
This delicious corn salad with bacon is a creamy, crunchy side dish made with sweet corn, crisp bacon, red onion, bell pepper, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a touch of lime juice or cider vinegar. It serves 6 to 8 people, takes about 15 to 20 minutes to prepare, requires 10 to 15 minutes of cooking, … Read more
This easy five bean salad recipe combines green beans, yellow wax beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, and cannellini beans with crisp red onion, parsley, and a tangy oil-and-vinegar dressing. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to assemble, requires no cooking when canned beans are used, and should chill for at least 1 hour before serving. … Read more
This easy black bean and corn salad recipe comes together in just 15 to 20 minutes with no cooking required. Combine two cans of rinsed black beans, canned or thawed corn, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and optional jalapeño, then toss everything with a fresh lime, olive oil, garlic, and cumin dressing. Every bite … Read more
This easy chickpea tuna salad recipe is a healthy vegan sandwich filling made with mashed chickpeas, vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, crunchy vegetables, pickles, and fresh dill. It takes about 10–15 minutes to prepare, requires no cooking, makes about 4 servings, and can be served immediately or chilled for 20–30 minutes. The finished salad … Read more
This Easy BLT Chopped Salad comes together in about 25 minutes with crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, smoky bacon, red onion, cheddar, croutons, and a creamy homemade dressing. It serves four and is a quick lunch, refreshing side dish, or simple dinner when you want the familiar flavor of a bacon-lettuce-tomato sandwich without turning on the … Read more
This easy cold pasta salad with tuna is a creamy, crunchy, satisfying make-ahead salad that comes together with simple pantry and refrigerator ingredients. Cook 8 ounces of short pasta for 8 to 10 minutes, cool it, then toss it with two cans of tuna, mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, sweet relish, peas, celery, red … Read more
This crunchy no-cook ramen pasta salad is a quick, make-ahead side dish prepared with dry instant ramen noodles, coleslaw mix, sunflower seeds, sliced almonds, green onions, and a sweet-tangy dressing. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to assemble, requires zero cooking, and tastes best after chilling for 1 to 2 hours. Every forkful brings … Read more