Snow on the Mountain Salad
Experience the delightful fusion of flavors and textures with this Snow on the Mountain Salad, a layered masterpiece that combines freshness, tropical sweetness, and satisfying crunch. This unique salad starts with a base of crisp shredded lettuce, followed by fluffy white rice, tender shredded chicken, and juicy pineapple tidbits. A creamy dressing made from mayonnaise and sour cream ties it all together, while shredded cheddar cheese adds a savory touch. Chow mein noodles provide a delightful crunch, and a finishing layer of unsweetened shredded coconut creates the charming "snow" effect that lends the salad its name. Perfect for entertaining or a refreshing meal, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and serves up to six—ideal for sharing with family and friends. Whether chilled for later or enjoyed immediately, Snow on the Mountain Salad is a visually stunning, flavor-packed dish that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 cups Cooked white rice, cooled
- 4 cups Fresh lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup Pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Chow mein noodles
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing. Mix well and set aside.
Place the shredded lettuce evenly across the bottom of a large serving bowl or platter to create the base layer.
Spread the cooked and cooled white rice evenly on top of the lettuce.
Add the shredded chicken breast as the third layer, spreading it evenly over the rice.
Scatter the pineapple tidbits across the chicken layer evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the pineapple layer.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad, spreading it evenly to cover the layers below.
Sprinkle the chow mein noodles over the dressing layer for added crunch.
Finish with a generous topping of unsweetened shredded coconut to create the 'snow' effect.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy your Snow on the Mountain Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 345.8 g | 443% | |
| Saturated Fat | 126.7 g | 634% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 877 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 3238 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.8 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 211.5 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1371 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2721 mg | 58% | |
*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.
