Popcorn Salad

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 326 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.