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Irresistible Cornbread Salad with Ranch and Bacon

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A quick and easy cornbread salad combining crumbly cornbread, crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and creamy ranch dressing for a perfect crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 8.5 oz (241 g) classic yellow cornbread mix (e.g., Jiffy)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup (240 ml) ranch dressing
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup (150 g) frozen corn kernels, thawed
  • 2 cups (100 g) chopped lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
  • Optional: handful of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornbread mix, 2 large eggs, and 1/3 cup milk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
  4. While the cornbread is baking, fry the 6 bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat until crisp (about 5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  5. Prepare the veggies and cheese: halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice green onions, shred cheddar cheese, thaw frozen corn, chop lettuce and optional herbs.
  6. In a large bowl, crumble the cooled cornbread into bite-sized pieces. Add crumbled bacon, chopped veggies, corn, cheese, and lettuce.
  7. Pour in 1 cup ranch dressing and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
  8. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld and cornbread soak up dressing without becoming mushy.

Notes

Let the cornbread cool completely before crumbling to avoid sogginess. Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for perfect crispiness. Toss salad gently to coat with ranch without breaking cornbread. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Can substitute turkey bacon or pancetta. For dairy-free, use dairy-free ranch and cheese alternatives.

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Keywords: cornbread salad, ranch dressing, bacon salad, easy salad recipe, potluck salad, southern salad, comfort food

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