Follow these steps for perfect results
jalapeno ranch salad dressing
& dip
celery
chopped
green pepper
chopped
onion
chopped
thyme
freeze dried garlic
cooked rice
ham
cubed
small shrimp
cooked
tomatoes
chopped
cooked bacon bits
In a large bowl, combine jalapeno ranch salad dressing, celery, green pepper, onion, thyme, freeze dried garlic, and cooked rice.
Add ham, cooked shrimp, and chopped tomatoes to the mixture.
Gently fold in the ingredients until well combined.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Just before serving, sprinkle cooked bacon bits over the top of the salad.
Serve chilled.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of jalapeno ranch dressing to your preferred level of creaminess.
For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Make ahead and chill for a more flavorful salad.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made a day ahead
Serve in a chilled bowl, garnished with extra bacon bits and a sprig of thyme.
Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.
Enjoy as a light lunch with crusty bread.
Such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
Discover the story behind this recipe
A variation of Jambalaya, a staple in Louisiana Creole cuisine.
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