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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)
7 Cup Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

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

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

20g

Carbs

6g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Salads Vegetables American Easy Refrigerator Beginner Cook Inexpensive Equipment 3 Steps Or Less Technique