7 Cup Salad Recipe

This incredibly easy 7-Cup Salad recipe is a crowd-pleaser! With just 7 ingredients (one cup of each!), it's ready in minutes and perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a light weeknight meal. Get ready for a burst of fresh flavors!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 293.4 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 7 Cup Salad

  • Potato
  • Cooked Ham
  • Hard Cooked Egg
  • Apple
  • Cucumber
  • Onion
  • Mayonnaise
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Parsley

How to Make 7 Cup Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of shredded carrots, 1 cup of chopped celery, 1 cup of chopped red onion, 1 cup of cooked macaroni, 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
  2. Gently toss all ingredients until well combined.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is crucial for the best taste!
  4. Before serving, give the salad a final gentle toss. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

20g

Carbs

6g

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