Popcorn Salad

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This popcorn 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.

close up view of Popcorn Salad in a blue bowl, with a wooden serving spoons
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 10 slices bacon

  • 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

  • 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained

  • 1 cup diced celery

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup shredded carrots

  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

  • 6 cups popped popcorn

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Ingredients for popcorn salad, including bacon, cheese, and vegetables.

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  2. Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble and set aside.

    Crispy bacon strips frying in a pan on stovetop.

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  3. Combine 1 cup Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, celery, mayonnaise, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots, and chives together in a large bowl; mix well.

    Mixing bowl with salad ingredients, including bacon and vegetables.

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  4. Add popcorn and stir to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon; serve immediately.

    Mixing bowl with salad ingredients, including bacon and vegetables.

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46 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

326 Calories
30g Fat
7g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 326
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 39%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 461mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 3%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 107mg 8%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 130mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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