Popcorn Salad

Name: Popcorn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10 -12 servings
Ingredients: 10 slices bacon; ¾ cup mayonnaise; 1 cup diced celery; 1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided; 1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained; ¼ cup shredded carrots; 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives; 6 cups popped popcorn

Rating: 4.17 stars

41 Ratings
37 Reviews
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This 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.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

15 mins

total:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

10 -12 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 11 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

10 slices bacon
¾ cup mayonnaise
1 cup diced celery
1 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
¼ cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
6 cups popped popcorn

Directions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.

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Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, 1 cup of the cheese, water chestnuts, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots and chives. Mix well. Add popcorn and stir to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

326.2 calories; protein 6.8g 14% DV; carbohydrates 7g 2% DV; fat 30.4g 47% DV; cholesterol 35.2mg 12% DV; sodium 461.1mg 18% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (37)

Most helpful positive review

Just me

01/24/2008

This is great. I had to leave off the water chestnuts since I am allergic and have had to use Bac'os once but it was still a big hit. I also alter the types of cheeses so that it has a more exotic flavor. It is always the first things to go and the conversation piece. JUST MAKE SURE YOU REMOVE ALL THE KERNALS!!!! Read More

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Joann McGavin

03/23/2009

I read all the other 5 reviews but I guess I just don't get it. It is such an odd comination but I thought I would try it anyway. I wish I would have put all those ingredients on cooked pasta instead. I feel like I wasted alot of bacon etc for nothing. Read More

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(12)

41 Ratings

5 star values: 24
4 star values: 8
3 star values: 4
2 star values: 2
1 star values: 3

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Just me

01/23/2008

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Mary Cutler Taylor

02/20/2008

What a fun salad! Very skeptical at first but was totally surprised! I used hot air popcorn. Since this is rather rich tasting you wouldn't want any extra salt or butter. I will make definately make again. Read More

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SWENNY88

12/29/2004

Everyone loves this when I make it. I only use 1/2 cup mayo. Read More

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NancyOlson

06/08/2007

I made this salad for my daughter's graduation party and it was the hit of the banquet table! Everyone wanted the recipe and I even received calls long after the party asking for the recipe. The popcorn makes it very different and it is delicious. Read More

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Shannon Hewett

01/30/2006

Actually better than I thought it would be. I liked it although my picky kids didn't want anything to do with it after tasting it. My husband liked it but wouldn't eat much of it because of it's fat content. I would make this for a potluck or bbq in place of potato or macaroni salad. Read More

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KMC

04/20/2006

I work in a grocery store where the deli has this salad. I love it so was glad to find the recipe here so I can make my own. This one is a little different but great. Read More

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(19)

PAIGE S.

07/24/2005

This is a great salad. Gotta try it to believe it! My kids and husband love it. Read More

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(18)

THEOBALD

10/29/2002

Give this recipe a try!! I brought it to a family get together...everyone loved it and has asked for the recipe. A unique salad that has tons of flavor. Read More

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(14)

ALISSASMOM

10/29/2002

Had this at a neighborhood cook-out last night and we couldn;t say enough about this salad - Yum. It was definately a conversation piece Read More

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(13)

Joann McGavin

03/23/2009

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Nutritional Information

Popcorn Salad

Servings Per Recipe: 11
Calories: 326.2

% Daily Value *

protein: 14 %

carbohydrates: 2 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 5 %

sugars:

fat: 47 %

saturated fat: 45 %

cholesterol: 12 %

vitamin a iu: 16 %

niacin equivalents: 13 %

vitamin b6: 12 %

vitamin c: 2 %

folate: 2 %

calcium: 11 %

iron: 3 %

magnesium: 4 %

potassium: 4 %

sodium: 18 %

thiamin: 11 %

calories from fat:

percent of calories from carbs:

percent of calories from fat:

percent of calories from protein:

percent of calories from sat fat:

*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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Just me

01/23/2008

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Mary Cutler Taylor

02/20/2008

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SWENNY88

12/29/2004

Everyone loves this when I make it. I only use 1/2 cup mayo.

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(31)

NancyOlson

06/08/2007

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Shannon Hewett

01/30/2006

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KMC

04/20/2006

I work in a grocery store where the deli has this salad. I love it so was glad to find the recipe here so I can make my own. This one is a little different but great.

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(19)

PAIGE S.

07/24/2005

This is a great salad. Gotta try it to believe it! My kids and husband love it.

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(18)

THEOBALD

10/29/2002

Give this recipe a try!! I brought it to a family get together...everyone loved it and has asked for the recipe. A unique salad that has tons of flavor.

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(14)

ALISSASMOM

10/29/2002

Had this at a neighborhood cook-out last night and we couldn;t say enough about this salad - Yum. It was definately a conversation piece

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(13)

Joann McGavin

03/23/2009

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