Best 5 Calico Salad For Two Recipes

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Craving a delightful and refreshing salad that's perfect for a light lunch or vibrant side dish? Look no further than Calico Salad for Two! This colorful and tasty salad is packed with a variety of textures and flavors, making it a true crowd-pleaser. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the vibrant flavors and simple preparation of this delightful salad.

This recipe offers a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, featuring juicy oranges, crisp celery, crunchy almonds, and tender cooked chicken. Drizzled with a zesty dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and honey, this salad strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. For those seeking a meatless option, a vegetarian variation is also provided, substituting tofu or chickpeas for the chicken. Additionally, a gluten-free alternative is available, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this refreshing salad.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CRUNCHY CALICO SALAD



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Here's a top-rated salad perfect for potlucks or family parties. Its colorful blend of corn, peas and pimentos make it easy to spot on the buffet table, and the gang'll love the crunchy water chestnuts and almonds.-Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 128 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn, thawed
12 packages (16 ounces each) frozen peas, thawed
12 cans (8 ounces each) sliced water chestnuts, drained
3 cups chopped green onions
3 jars (4 ounces each) diced pimientos, drained
6 cups mayonnaise
2-1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
2-1/4 cups milk
3/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
6 cups slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In several large bowls, combine the corn, peas, water chestnuts, onions and pimientos. , In another large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, milk, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Just before serving, add almonds and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts :

CALICO BEANS



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This casserole is the best! I take it to pot lucks, picnics, camping trips, etc.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup bacon, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can pork and beans
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can butter beans
1 (15 ounce) can lima beans, drained
½ cup ketchup
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon mustard powder
½ cup chopped celery

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  • Place bacon and ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
  • In a four quart casserole dish, mix together the bacon, ground beef, pork and beans, kidney beans, butter beans, lima beans, ketchup, onion, vinegar, dry mustard and celery.
  • Cover and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.6 g, Cholesterol 38.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 952.9 mg, Sugar 35.7 g

MARINATED CALICO SALAD



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I made this for my family reunion last summer. I doubled the recipe, and within 30 minutes, it was gone. Everyone loved it. This recipe is always a crowd pleasure.

Provided by Kathy Schroeder

Categories     Other Salads

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can french style green beans, drained
1 can shoe peg white corn, drained
1 can baby peas, drained
1 sm. jar pimentos drained
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (green, or red)
3/4 cup sugar, or sugar substitute
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup vinegar (i use apple cider)
1 tsp. salt,
1 tsp. pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Place all vegetables in a large glass container with a lid.
  • 2. Place sugar, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a saucepan. Heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
  • 3. Pour over vegetables, and gently stir. Refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, stir again, then transfer to a bowl, using a slotted spoon to do so, as the marinate tends to make more juice overnight.
  • 4. Note: you may add 1 finely chopped zucchini in place of the peas if you like, or in addition to them. Make it your call!

CALICO SALAD



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This is not only a great, filling, robust side dish, but can serve as the main entree when you want a light dinner. Say on a hot August night. Also makes a good quick lunch when you have some left over and no time to cook a real lunch.

Provided by Clifford Boren

Categories     Beans

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sugar (or Equal)
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup vinegar (I like red wine vinegar)
1 teaspoon salt
ground pepper
1/2 bell pepper (I like the red ones)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can cut green beans
1 can red kidney beans
1 can yellow wax bean

Steps:

  • Wash and drain all three cans of beans.
  • Dump the beans into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the chopped pepper and onion to the bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, mix sugar, oil, vinegar, salt, pepper.
  • Pour over salad.
  • Chill in refrigerator for a couple of hours.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.9, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 504.7, Carbohydrate 37.4, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 18.3, Protein 7

CALICO SALAD



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This is the ultimate in bean salads. It has a tangy sauce and is not in the slightest boring. I like to serve this with any kind of BBQ.

Provided by laursy

Categories     Beans

Time 8h15m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (14 ounce) can green beans
1 (14 ounce) can yellow wax beans
1 (14 ounce) can red kidney beans
1/2 cup red pepper, cubes
1/2 cup green pepper, cubes
1 red onion, sliced into thin circles
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup salad oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
for variety you could also add chickpeas or black beans

Steps:

  • Drain canned vegetables.
  • Combine vegetables, peppers and red onion.
  • Add sauce and marinate overnight for best taste. Stir often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.1, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 80.1, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.6, Protein 1.7

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe vegetables.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Do not overcook the vegetables; they should be tender-crisp.
  • Use a light hand with the mayonnaise; you don't want to overwhelm the other flavors.
  • Add the parsley and chives just before serving for the best flavor and color.
  • Serve calico salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Calico salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its colorful and crunchy vegetables, calico salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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