LAYERED SUMMERTIME SALAD

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Come and get it! Luscious layers of meat and veggies that can be made ahead and will feed a crowd.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups uncooked gemelli (twist) pasta (8 ounces)
8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
4 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups bite-size pieces salad greens
1 cup snow (Chinese) pea pods, cut in half
1 cup sliced cauliflower florets
1 cup broccoli florets
1 large red bell pepper, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In medium bowl, mix pasta, onions and half of the bacon. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, cheese, lemon juice, sugar and garlic powder.
  • In 3 1/2-quart salad bowl, layer salad greens, pasta mixture, pea pods, cauliflower, broccoli and bell pepper. Pour mayonnaise mixture evenly over top.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with remaining bacon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg

Mahroo zahra
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I love the presentation of this salad. It's so colorful and inviting.


Jean Marie Miller
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This salad is so refreshing and summery. It's the perfect dish to serve on a hot day.


Lil Crow
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I'm not a huge fan of mayonnaise-based dressings, but this one is really good. It's light and tangy and it doesn't overpower the flavors of the salad.


Demarco Walker
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I can make it in advance and it's still just as delicious the next day.


sk tv Aman khan
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Taim Islam
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. It's so delicious, they won't even realize they're eating healthy.


Youtabe LiZo
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I've never been a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Shabab Sm
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This salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the dressing complements the flavors of the fruits and vegetables.


The Warhauk
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I love the bright and vibrant colors of this salad. It's so inviting and it makes me want to eat it all up.


Geoff
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This salad is a great way to use up all the fresh produce I have in my garden. It's also a really healthy and refreshing dish.


Hammad Hassan
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is amazing and the combination of fruits and vegetables is perfect.


babi derso
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever fruits and vegetables I have on hand.


MDBUCCU Mia
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Mayaz Khan
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of sweet and savory ingredients.


Sd Meheraj
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ezenwa Nwaozichi
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This salad was a huge hit at my summer party! Everyone loved the fresh, flavorful ingredients and the light, tangy dressing.


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