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Old school mayonnaise salad with lettuce and tomatoes is a Southern favorite recipe
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Lettuce and Tomato Salad with Mayo

Vintage recipe for a Southern mayonnaise salad with lettuce and tomatoes
Prep Time5 minutes
Additional Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 6 Salad Servings
Calories: 178kcal
Author: Julia Jordan | Julia's Simply Southern

Ingredients

  • 1 Head of Crisp Iceberg Lettuce chopped
  • 4 Beefsteak Tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 c Mayonnaise
  • 1 Small Onion diced (optional)
  • Salt and Cracked Black Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add the chopped lettuce, tomato and onion (if using) to a large mixing bowl.
  • Next add the mayonnaise, beginning with a quarter cup, and lightly toss then add another quarter cup if needed so that the salad is lightly coated.
  • Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for half an hour before serving.

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Notes

Mayonnaise salad can be topped with sliced boiled egg, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 246mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g