Popcorn Salad

Name: Popcorn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 10 slices bacon; 1.25 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided; 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained; 1 cup diced celery; 0.75 cup mayonnaise; 0.25 cup shredded carrots; 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives; 6 cups popped popcorn

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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.

Recipe by Paula

Updated on November 8, 2022

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

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

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.
Combine 1 cup Cheddar cheese, water chestnuts, celery, mayonnaise, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots, and chives together in a large bowl; mix well. Add popcorn and stir to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon; serve immediately.

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
Vitamin C 1mg	6%
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.