Cornbread Dressing Salad
Transform your holiday favorite into a vibrant and unexpected side dish with this Cornbread Dressing Salad! This recipe combines tender crumbled cornbread, fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, and fragrant herbs such as parsley and thyme, creating a colorful medley of textures and flavors. Drizzle it with a tangy-sweet apple cider vinegar and honey dressing for a refreshing twist, or opt for a touch of creamy mayonnaise for added richness. Optional shredded chicken makes it hearty enough for a main course, while its 20-minute prep time and no-cook method make it perfect for easy entertaining. Bursting with savory-sweet flavors and Southern flair, this salad is a showstopping addition to any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (crumbled) Cornbread
- 2 cups Cooked and shredded chicken (optional)
- 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup (diced) Cucumber
- 0.5 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 1 cup (diced) Bell pepper (any color)
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp (chopped) Fresh thyme
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise (optional for creamier texture)
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.5 tsp (freshly ground) Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare or use leftover cornbread and crumble it into large pieces until slightly coarse, then set aside.
Optional: If including chicken, ensure it is cooked, shredded, and cooled before combining it with the salad.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, chopped parsley, and thyme.
Add the crumbled cornbread to the bowl with the vegetables. Toss gently to mix without breaking the cornbread too much.
In a separate small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Optional: Stir in mayonnaise for a creamier dressing, if desired.
Pour the dressing over the cornbread mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Transfer the cornbread dressing salad to a serving platter or bowl. Garnish with additional parsley or thyme if preferred.
Serve immediately or allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.7 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.5 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 4815 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.3 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.9 g | ||
| Protein | 173.4 g | 347% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 898 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2895 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
