Picnic Salads 2007
The runners-up in our picnic salad contest are inspired by the cuisines of the Mediterranean, Asia, Jamaica, and France. Our grand-prize winner shows that you don't have to go so far afield to come up with a great salad: She got the idea for the toasted pecans that add crunch to her winning salad from the pecan tree that shaded the front yard of her childhood home.
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WINNER
Summer Crunch Salad
This picnic salad features crunchy jicama and bell pepper alongside tender sinach and sweet corn, with a lively Tex-Mex dressing.
Submitted by: Helen Fields, Springtown, Texas
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FINALIST
Two-Bean Salad with Bacon
An easy recipe for a salad that travels well. We recommend the smooth texture and sharp flavor of Dijon mustard here, but any flavorful mustard will work in this recipe.
Submitted by: Diane Walsh, Waltham, Massachusetts
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FINALIST
Reggae Rice and Sweet Potato Salad
Jamaican flavors highlight this summer picnic salad.
Submitted by: Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia
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FINALIST
Sweet and Spicy Asian Slaw
Versatile and quick, this salad is perfect to transport. To vary this salad, add thinly sliced fruit, snow peas, or bean sprouts.
Submitted by: Lois Szydlowski, Tampa, Florida
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FINALIST
Orzo with Everything
Everything but the kitchen sink in this summer picnic orzo salad.
Submitted by: Rachel Platter, Nashville, Indiana
