Best 3 Ina Gartens Old Fashioned Salad Recipes

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## Ina Garten's Old Fashioned Salad: A Refreshing and Classic Side Dish

If you're looking for a classic and refreshing salad recipe, Ina Garten's Old Fashioned Salad is the perfect choice. This simple yet flavorful salad is made with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's the perfect side dish for any summer cookout, potluck, or family gathering.

In this article, we'll provide you with the recipe for Ina Garten's Old Fashioned Salad, along with some tips and variations to make it your own. We'll also share some other popular salad recipes from the article, including a Caesar Salad, a Greek Salad, and a Spinach Salad.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you're sure to find a salad recipe in this article that you'll love. So grab your apron and let's get started!

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED CARROT SALAD



Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches topped carrots
1 cup good mayonnaise
1/2 golden pineapple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and grate them in a food processor fitted with the large grating attachment. If you lay the carrots on their sides in the feed tube, you will have nice long grated strands.
  • Place the grated carrots in a large bowl and add the mayonnaise, pineapple, raisins, salt, and pepper. Toss well and season to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

OLD-FASHIONED CARROT SALAD



Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches topped carrots
1 cup good mayonnaise
1/2 golden pineapple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and grate them in a food processor fitted with the large grating attachment. If you lay the carrots on their sides in the feed tube, you will have nice long grated strands. Place the grated carrots in a large bowl and add the mayonnaise, pineapple, raisins, salt, and pepper. Toss well and season to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

OLD-FASHIONED CARROT SALAD



Old-Fashioned Carrot Salad image

Wow! I have been looking for a good recipe for what I call "Carrot Raisin Salad" and have come up empty after trying many. Then I saw Ina Garten make this on "Barefoot Contessa", and it is fantastic! It is not in any of her cookbooks, so here is the recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Provided by Pianolady

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches topped carrots
1 cup mayonnaise (GOOD mayonnaise)
1/2 golden pineapple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and grate them in a food processor fitted with the large grating attachment-- Lay the carrots on their sides in the feed tube so you will have nice long grated strands.
  • Place the grated carrots in a large bowl and add the mayonnaise, pineapple, raisins, salt and pepper.
  • Toss well and season to taste.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful salad, use ripe, seasonal tomatoes and cucumbers.
  • If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
  • You can add other vegetables to this salad, such as bell peppers, carrots, or celery.
  • If you're making this salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving. This will help prevent the salad from getting soggy.
  • This salad is also great for picnics or potlucks. Just be sure to pack it in a cooler with ice packs to keep it cold.

Conclusion:

Ina Garten's Old Fashioned Salad is a classic summer salad that is both refreshing and flavorful. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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