28 Vintage Church Cookbook Salad Recipes

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28 Vintage Church Cookbook Salad Recipes2/28 Veggie Chopped Salad 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband’s aunt gave me this recipe back in the ’80s, and it’s been a staple at our house ever since. I like to make it a day ahead because some time in the fridge makes it even better. Be sure to save yourself some leftovers, too. —Madeline Etzkorn, Burien, Washington Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 308 calories, 26g fat (4g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 357mg sodium,

12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein

12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 3/28 Grape Salad 169 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Grape Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 24 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone raves when I bring this refreshing, creamy grape salad to potlucks. For a special finishing touch, sprinkle it with brown sugar and pecans. —Marge Elling, Jenison, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 131 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 4/28 Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Creamy Pineapple Fluff Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional fluff salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. —Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 161 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 50mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 5/28 Authentic German Potato Salad 26 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Authentic German Potato Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From

I ate lunch there almost every day and always ordered the potato salad

the Recipe Creator: This authentic German potato salad recipe came from Speck’s Restaurant, which was a famous eating establishment in St. Louis from the 1920s through the ‘50s. I ate lunch there almost every day and always ordered the potato salad. When the owner learned I was getting married, he gave me the recipe as a wedding gift! —Violette Klevorn, Washington, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 344 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 719mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 6/28 Company Fruit Salad 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home

Now I make this refreshing delightful salad for every picnic and get-to-gether

Total Time 20 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We first tried a cream cheese fruit salad like this at a local deli. Since I couldn’t get that recipe, I started mixing up different dressings until I hit on this one. Now I make this refreshing delightful salad for every picnic and get-to-gether. It can be a snack, side dish or dessert. —Connie Osterhout, Napoleon, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 161 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 7/28 Fresh Cucumber Salad 28 Reviews

The recipe can easily be expanded to make large quantities too

Test Kitchen Approved Fresh Cucumber Salad Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Crisp garden-fresh cukes are always in season when we hold our family reunion, and they really shine in this simple salad. The recipe can easily be expanded to make large quantities too. —Betsy Carlson, Rockford, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 87 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 22g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 8/28 Layered Cranberry Gelatin Salad 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Layered Cranberry

Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please

Gelatin Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Light and tangy, this gelatin is guaranteed to please. Kids go crazy for the marshmallow-cream cheese layer on top. —Irma Senner, Dixmont, Maine Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 239 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 9/28 Pea ‘n’ Peanut Salad 31 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pea ‘n’ Peanut Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe

A friend gave me the recipe years ago and I’ve been making it ever since

From the Recipe Creator: Even people who don’t like peas love this crunchy recipe, including my own children. I love the fact that it’s so easy and makes a refreshing alternative to more traditional salads. A friend gave me the recipe years ago and I’ve been making it ever since. —Laurinda Nelson, Phoenix, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 579 calories, 48g fat (7g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 957mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 17g protein. 10/28 Vermicelli Pasta Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grace Natoli Sheldon For Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings

For as long as I can remember, Mom

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I started making this salad because it’s loaded with peppers, my husband’s favorite. Don’t be surprised when there are no leftovers to take home after the family reunion, picnic or church potluck. —Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 309 calories, 18g fat (3g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 404mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 11/28 Garden Tomato Salad 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For as long as I can remember, Mom

made a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers

made a salad of tomatoes and cucumbers. Now I make it whenever beautiful tomatoes are in reach. —Shannon Arthur, Upper Arlington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 92 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 155mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 12/28 Green Bean Salad with Creamy Dressing 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandmother passed on this refreshing side dish recipe. It’s always devoured at my house. —Jodi Galanis, Murray, Utah Nutrition

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Facts: 1 cup: 107 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 13/28 Ramen Coleslaw 23 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Ramen Coleslaw Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter gave me the recipe for this delightful salad. The sweet dressing nicely coats a crisp blend of broccoli slaw mix, onions, almonds and sunflower kernels. Crushed ramen noodles provide even more crunch. It’s a smash hit wherever I

4g protein

take it. —Dora Mae Clapsaddle, Kensington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 205 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 263mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. 14/28 Apricot Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Colorful gelatin salad adds a spot of brightness to any table. It blends well with this holiday feast. We children didn’t know if it should be a salad or dessert, with its smooth texture and delicate flavor.—Fae Fisher, Callao, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 235 calories, 11g fat

(7g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 121mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 15/28 16/28 Pizza Salad 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A fun summer dish, this is a different salad that tastes as good as it looks. I love to take it to parties—the wonderful zesty flavor really complements a barbecue! —Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson, Lusby, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 362 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 489mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein. 17/28 Corn

It reminds me of all the fun barbecues and picnics over the years

Tomato Salad 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Corn Tomato Salad Recipe photo by Leticia Almeida for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 10 servings. Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always make this for family events and parties. It reminds me of all the fun barbecues and picnics over the years. Fresh corn and basil make a huge difference in this recipe. —Jessica Kleinbaum, Plant City, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 192 calories, 12g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch,

1 vegetable

1 vegetable. 18/28 Southern Coleslaw 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother used to make this salad on holidays. With all the cabbage that is grown here, this coleslaw recipe is a real natural for us! —Deb Darr, Falls City, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 137 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. 19/28 Ambrosia Fruit Salad 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

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