Southern Tomato Cracker Salad Recipes

SOUTHERN CRACKER SALAD

Steps:

• Crush crackers in a large bowl, add tomatoes, and remaining ingredients. Mix well. Refrigerate for several hours before serving. Serve on lettuce bed. Makes about 5 cups of salad.

SOUTHERN TOMATO CRACKER SALAD

Steps:

• Start by removing the core, or stem end) of the tomatoes and then cut each in half through the middle or "waist."
• Working over a medium bowl or into the sink, press each tomato half gently to get rid of most of the seeds and juice.
• Dice the tomatoes. Place the diced tomatoes in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle lightly with salt. Remove a few tablespoons of diced tomatoes for garnish and set them aside.
• Into the bowl with the diced tomatoes, add the minced shallot, half of the chives, black pepper, and mayonnaise. Fold together gently to combine.
• Crumble the crackers creating mostly large pieces for the best texture.
• Add the broken saltine crackers to the bowl with the tomato mixture and fold gently to combine.
• Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.
• Garnish with the reserved tomatoes and remaining chives.
• Serve immediately.