Best 4 Layered Basil Salad Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our layered basil salad, a captivating dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant colors and refreshing taste. This culinary masterpiece features layers of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, aromatic basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. With three variations to choose from, this salad offers a versatile experience that caters to diverse preferences. The classic layered basil salad captivates with its simplicity, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. The sun-dried tomato and goat cheese variation adds a touch of tanginess and creaminess, while the grilled peach and prosciutto version introduces a sweet and savory element. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making this layered basil salad an unforgettable culinary journey.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TOMATO BASIL SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 pint red grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 pint yellow grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
16 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade, plus more if needed
Salt and pepper

Steps:

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute and removing from the heat before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden). Pour it into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, balsamic, basil and some salt and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine, and then taste and add more basil if needed, and more salt if needed.

LAYERED SALAD

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This is a wonderful recipe which can have ingredients added or subtracted. Even if there is only two of you to eat it, don't cut the recipe in half because I'm sure you'll want more.

Provided by FRANCESWOOD

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes

Time 13h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 head lettuce, torn into small pieces
1 onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ pound bacon - cooked and crumbled
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

Place eggs in a large saucepan and completely cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 12 minutes. Remove eggs and chill.
In a 9x13 inch dish, layer the lettuce, onion, water chestnuts and peas.
In a medium bowl combine the mayonnaise, sugar, seasoned salt and garlic powder. Mix until smooth. Spread over the top evenly over the top of the peas. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Peel and chop hard-cooked eggs.
Remove salad from refrigerator and top with the bacon, eggs and tomato. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 124.1 mg, Fat 50.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 749.2 mg, Sugar 8 g

LAYERED SUMMER SALAD

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Make this Layered Summer Salad part of this season's menu. This gorgeous Layered Summer Salad includes tomatoes, peas, red onions, mushrooms and more!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Side Dish Recipes

Time 5h30m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups tightly packed torn romaine lettuce
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small red onion, sliced, separated into rings
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
4 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled

Steps:

Place lettuce in 3-qt. bowl. Cover with layers of 1 cup cheese, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and peas.
Mix mayo, sour cream and basil until blended; spread over salad, completely covering top of salad. Refrigerate 5 hours.
Top with remaining cheese and bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 6 g

LAYERED BASIL SALAD

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Make and share this Layered Basil Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Petdrwife

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 cups salad greens (torn)
4 carrots (julienned)
1 1/2 cups macaroni (cooked, drained)
2 cups frozen peas (thawed)
1 red onion (diced)
3/4 lb ham (cooked, cubed)
1/3 cup swiss cheese (shredded)
1/3 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh basil (chopped) or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs (hard boiled, cut into wedges)

Steps:

In a 3 1/2 quart glass bowl, layer greens, carrots, macaroni, peas, onion, ham and cheeses.
In a small bowl, combine the first six dressing ingredients; spread over salad.
Garnish with eggs if desired.
Cover and chill for several hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.5, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 65.3, Sodium 765.8, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 4.4, Protein 13.1

Tips:

Use the freshest basil possible. This will give your salad the best flavor.
Wash the basil thoroughly before using it. This will remove any dirt or debris.
If you don't have fresh basil, you can use dried basil. However, be sure to use only 1/3 of the amount of dried basil that you would use of fresh basil.
Be careful not to overcook the tomatoes. You want them to be slightly firm, not mushy.
If you want to add some extra flavor to your salad, you can drizzle it with a balsamic vinegar dressing.

Conclusion:

This layered basil salad is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up any extra basil you have on hand. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.