A Delicious & Easy Side Dish Recipe That Feeds a Group!
Coming to Ponca and need a side dish that everyone in your family or group of friends will love? This chilled veggie salad recipe is it! You’ll find even the kids and grandkids come back for more when you serve this at a potluck supper or summertime picnic! And, just one batch easily serves 8-10 guests.
The star of the show is the recipe’s sweet, tangy balsamic vinegar dressing, which perfectly complements the delicate flavor of the recipe’s sweet peas, crisp white corn and other veggies. You can serve it at a casual lunch or supper, but place it in a lovely bowl and it pairs perfectly with a lovely dinner of steak and baked potatoes. Or if you’re into smoking or barbecuing ribs, this salad is a nice change of pace from, say, a serving traditional coleslaw.
Whether you’re coming to Ponca for a cabin stay or RV trip, this chilled side salad is a perfect addition to your table any time of year. It’s easy to make ahead and it will keep for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Going on a float trip? This salad stores beautifully in your ice chest, whether you’re doing a day trip on the Buffalo National River or planning a multi-day river trip adventure.
I have served this chilled salad countless times and am always asked for the recipe—you will be, too! With that in mind, here’s a handy PDF link to a printable version that you can bookmark on your phone, computer or tablet, making the recipe easy to share.
Need some visual coaching, as well as some prep tips? Join me here on our YouTube channel for the video how-to, as well as a tour of our beautiful Ponca Creek Lodge where I prepared the recipe. This lodge rental’s kitchen is next level, featuring miles of counterspace and luxe amenities that make meal prep a snap for a group gathering or special event, such as a wedding or anniversary celebration. From an ice maker and wine cooler to double ovens and a massive commercial refrigerator, Ponca Creek Lodge’s kitchen is a cook or caterer’s dream; plus, you’re surrounded by the lodge’s elegant rustic beauty, which somehow makes cooking a treat, not a chore!
So, the next time you need a side dish that’s fast, easy and a crowd pleaser, surprise and delight your friends or family with Balsamic Picnic Salad. And be sure to have the recipe’s PDF link handy, as I promise you’re going to need it!
Rhonda Mills
Buffalo Outdoor Center
