Best 10 Popcorn Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of popcorn salad recipes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Sweet and Savory Popcorn Salad, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes, to the tangy and refreshing Lemon Poppy Seed Popcorn Salad, each recipe offers a unique taste experience. Embark on a culinary adventure with our Thai-Inspired Popcorn Salad, a vibrant fusion of Asian flavors, or explore the smoky and savory depths of the Bacon Ranch Popcorn Salad. For a lighter and healthier option, try our Greek Yogurt Popcorn Salad, a delightful combination of tangy yogurt, fresh vegetables, and crispy popcorn. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Caramel Corn Popcorn Salad is a delectable treat that combines the crunch of popcorn with the richness of caramel.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

POPCORN SALAD



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This salad is a real conversation piece. Whoever heard of popcorn in a salad? If you take it to a dinner, mix the salad and carry the popcorn separately to be added at the last minute.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 11

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 slices bacon
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 cup diced celery
1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
¼ cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
6 cups popped popcorn

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, 1 cup of the cheese, water chestnuts, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots and chives. Mix well. Add popcorn and stir to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 35.2 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 461.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

POPCORN SALAD



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"I make this unique change-of-pace salad all the time," tells Rebecca Page of Franklin, New Hampshire.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup diced celery
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
3/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon, divided
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons minced chives
6 cups popped popcorn

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, celery, 1 cup cheese, water chestnuts, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots and chives; mix well. Add popcorn; stir to coat. Spoon into a lettuce-lined bowl. Top with the remaining cheese and bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped cornichons, plus 2 tablespoons of the pickling liquid
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large egg
1 cup instant flour (such as Wondra)
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Kosher salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 romaine hearts, torn into bite-size pieces
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
  • Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
  • Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
  • Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

EAST MEETS WEST POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20-oz) package of SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp
1 (12-oz) package broccoli coleslaw mix
1 (11-oz) Mandarin orange segments, drained
1 (8-oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
½ cup prepared sesame ginger salad dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare the shrimp according to package directions and keep warm. Place slaw mix, oranges, water chestnuts and sesame seeds in a medium bowl. Pour dressing over mixture and toss to coat. Spoon slaw mixture on a serving platter and arrange shrimp on top of salad. Food Safety Statement: - Keep frozen until ready to prepare. - Due to differences in appliances, cooking times may vary and require adjustment. - Microwaving not recommended. - For food safety this product must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F - Caution - Product will be hot!

POPCORN CHICKEN SALAD



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Here's a refreshing salad that's great for lunches at work from Teresa Wilkins-Reckard in Monroe, Indiana. "I can mix up the dressing at home, then pick up enough salad ingredients at the store to last for several days," she notes. "My family and friends like it, too. And variations are easy to make." -

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup frozen popcorn chicken
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4-1/2 teaspoons honey
2-1/4 teaspoons white vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cups torn leaf lettuce
1/2 cup fresh snow peas
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, drained
1/2 cup mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup chow mein noodles

Steps:

  • Bake chicken according to package directions. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, honey, vinegar, mustard and oil until smooth., Divide lettuce between two plates; top with the peas, bean sprouts, oranges, chicken and noodles. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Fat 25g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 938mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD



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Was sitting in the doctor's office and found this in Food Magazine. If you see the torn out recipe, it was me. For Wondra instant flour, see recipe #438574.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped cornichons, plus 2 tablespoons of the pickling liquid
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large egg
1 cup instant flour (such as Wondra, see Wondra® Instant Flour Substitute)
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
kosher salt
vegetable oil, for frying
2 romaine lettuce hearts, torn into bite-size pieces
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
  • Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
  • Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
  • Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

POPCORN CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Popcorn Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup cooked bacon, fried crisp and chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped fine
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped fine
3 cups fresh spinach
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
3 cups radicchio, chopped
3 eggs, hard-boiled, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups popcorn chicken, cooked per package directions
1/4 cup sunflower seeds, toasted and salted
1/2 cup tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • To Prepare the Dressing: Mix together ranch dressing, bacon, green onion and parsley; set aside.
  • For The Base: Chop romaine and radicchio then toss with spinach leaves. Place across large serving platter or in serving bowl.
  • To Assemble: Take the already prepared salad base and drizzling over the top the reserved salad dressing. Over the dressing sprinkle the cheese and sunflower seeds. Around the edge of the container (bowl or platter) alternate between a wedge of egg, small pile of chicken and small piles of diced tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.8, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 169.9, Sodium 617.8, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.6, Protein 14.1

POPCORN SHRIMP WINTER SALAD



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Found this recipe in a military commissary magazine, December 2008. I've not tried this myself, but it looks yummy.

Provided by Color Guard Mom

Categories     Winter

Time 15m

Yield 2 salads, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (20 ounce) package sea pak popcorn shrimp
1/2 head green leaf lettuce or 1/2 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 granny smith apple, peeled and sliced
blue cheese, crumbled
walnuts
fresh ground black pepper
balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Prepare the shrimp according to package directions.
  • Divide lettuce among bowls. Add apple, blue cheese crumbles and walnuts.
  • Top salads with shrimp and drizzle with dressing.

POPCORN SALAD # 2



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People raise their eyebrows when I tell them I am serving popcorn salad! They think I am kidding. One of the surprising things about this salad is that the popcorn doesn't get soggy if you happen to have some left over for the next day. Try this--bet you will like it! It is hardy enough to serve as salad lunch along with crusty bread or crackers.

Provided by Gwanny Hill

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup celery, sliced thinly on diagnonal
1/2 cup radish, thinly sliced
1/4 cup green onion, thinly sliced with some of tops included
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, halved
8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup ripe olives, drained
1/2-3/4 head lettuce, shredded and added later
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package microwave popcorn, popped and added immediately after popping (just before ready to serve)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Combine celery, radishes, onion, water chestnuts, bacon and chives in large bowl and mix well.
  • Set aside.
  • When ready to serve, add lettuce; pop popcorn and add immediately to the vegetables along with cheese and mayonnaise.
  • Toss until mayonnaise is evenly distributed.

POPCORN SALAD



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Any excuse to make this yummy salad will do! Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated, just remember to add the popcorn Immediately before serving!

Provided by Keri Seitz

Categories     Other Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c water chestnuts, chopped
1 c celery, chopped
1/2 c onion, chopped
3/4 c crisp bacon bits
1 c cheese, shredded
3/4 c mayonnaise
3/4 c sugar (optional)
8 c popcorn, popped

Steps:

  • 1. Mix ingredients. Add Popcorn JUST before serving!

Tips:

  • Choose the right popcorn: For this salad, use a high-quality popcorn that pops up light and fluffy. Avoid using pre-popped popcorn, as it tends to be tough and stale.
  • Season the popcorn while it's hot: This will help the seasoning adhere to the popcorn and give it more flavor.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The great thing about popcorn salad is that you can use a variety of toppings to customize it to your liking. Some popular options include nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and cheese.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to making popcorn salad. So, feel free to get creative and experiment with different ingredients and flavors.

Conclusion:

Popcorn salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or even a main course. It's a great way to use up leftover popcorn, and it's also a healthy and affordable option. So next time you're looking for something to munch on, give popcorn salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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