Layered Mexican Cornbread Salad Recipe (2024)

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This is another of my Aunt Katy’s original recipes that she gave me permission to share with ya’ll. This Layered Mexican Cornbread Salad is a huge hit at church potlucks and our family gatherings.

While this layered Mexican cornbread salad looks fabulous in a trifle bowl, you can also layer it up in a big pan for large gatherings. It tastes great the next day too (if you have leftovers which isn’t likely!)

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You can prepare this cornbread salad recipe up to 24 hours ahead of time which makes it a great side dish for holidays.

Layered Mexican Cornbread Salad Recipe

Ingredients
2 packs Mexican cornbread mix made according to package directions (Martha White makes a good one)
2 packs ranch dressing mix
2 c buttermilk
2 c mayonnaise
1 lettuce head, finely chopped
2 cans seasoned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can shoepeg corn, drained (use white or yellow corn if you can’t find shoepeg)
1 can mexicorn drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 jar green olives
1 can sliced black olives
2 tomatoes
1 bunch green onions, sliced
8oz shredded cheddar cheese

Creating this layered Mexican cornbread salad recipe is definitely a labor of love and you’ll need a tool to make things easier on yourself. One of the tricks to the full flavor of this recipe is finely chopping the ingredients and this chopper tool from Pampered Chef can cut your prep time in half! There are other similar models out there from different brands, but just trust me on this one and invest in the Pampered Chef one. It’s high quality, takes apart and puts together easily, is dishwasher safe, and lasts forever. You can buy it on Amazon so there’s no need to find a Pampered Chef rep.

Directions:

1. Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions. Cool.

2. Mix ranch dressing mix with buttermilk and mayonnaise and refrigerate until ready for use.

3. Crumble ½ cornbread into large glass trifle bowl or 5 quart ice cream bucket (perfect for traveling!) Layer ½ lettuce, 1 can black beans, 1 can corn, red bell pepper, sprinkle enough green olives to cover 1 layer (don’t use whole jar), ½ tomatoes, 1 ¼ cups ranch dressing, repeat ½ cornbread, ½ lettuce, 1 can black beans, 1 can corn, green bell pepper, ½ tomatoes, black olives, green onions, 1 ¼ cup ranch dressing, shredded cheese, and top with bacon bits.

4. Cover and refrigerate at least2 hours and up to 24 hours before serving.

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Delectable Mexican cornbread salad recipe that is a hit at potlucks. Comfort food that everyone will love!

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Servings 20

Calories 264 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 packs Mexican cornbread mix made according to package directions
  • 2 packs ranch dressing mix
  • 2 c buttermilk
  • 2 c mayonnaise
  • 1 lettuce head finely chopped
  • 2 cans seasoned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can shoepeg corn drained (use white or yellow corn if you can't find shoepeg)
  • 1 can mexicorn drained
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 jar green olives
  • 1 can sliced black olives
  • 2 to matoes
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • 1. Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions. Cool.

  • 2. Mix ranch dressing mix with buttermilk and mayonnaise and refrigerate until ready for use.

  • 3. Crumble ½ cornbread into a large glass trifle bowl or 5-quart ice cream bucket (perfect for traveling!)

  • Layer ½ lettuce, 1 can black beans, 1 can corn, red bell pepper, sprinkle enough green olives to cover 1 layer (don't use whole jar), ½ tomatoes, 1 ¼ cups ranch dressing, repeat ½ cornbread, ½ lettuce, 1 can black beans, 1 can corn, green bell pepper, ½ tomatoes, black olives, green onions, 1 ¼ cup ranch dressing, shredded cheese, and top with bacon bits.

  • 4. Cover and refrigerate at least2 hours and up to 24 hours before serving.

Notes

I swear I layer this in a different order every time I make it so don't overthink it.

Keyword layered cornbread salad, mexican cornbread salad

Nutrition Facts

Mexican Cornbread Salad

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 264Calories from Fat 189

% Daily Value*

Fat 21g32%

Saturated Fat 5g31%

Polyunsaturated Fat 15g

Cholesterol 22mg7%

Sodium 514mg22%

Carbohydrates 13g4%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 7g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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If you want another potluck recipe that will knock people’s socks off, try my Death by Spinach dip. Might want to double the recipe because it goes fast wherever you bring it.

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  • Elote Recipe (Mexican Street Corn)
  • Southern Stewed Tomatoes
  • Pa’s Pickled Peppers Recipe

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What are the ingredients for Martha White Mexican cornbread mix? ›

Enriched Degerminated Yellow Corn Meal And Enriched Bleached Flour (Degerminated Yellow Corn Meal, Wheat Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Canola Oil, Nonfat Dry Milk, Leavening (Calcium Phosphate, Baking Soda), Salt, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Dextrose, Dried Red And Green Pepper, Dried ...

How do you keep cornbread from falling apart? ›

Cut back on fat or grease by one third.

Many traditional cornbread recipes call for bacon grease, shortening, or lard. It can add a delicious flavor, but it can also cause your cornbread to separate during baking. Try cutting your proportion of grease or fat by about a third.

Should you soak cornmeal before making cornbread? ›

Soaking the cornmeal in buttermilk for a few hours, or even overnight, tenderizes the large grains of cornmeal, making the bread more moist and tender. This step is optional, however, and the bread is still delicious without the soaking step.

What is the difference between white and yellow cornbread mix? ›

Types of cornmeal: Cornmeal can be categorized primarily by two factors: color and grind size. Yellow cornmeal has the most prominent corn flavor, while white cornmeal has a more subtle, delicate flavor (it's especially nice in a ricotta cornmeal cake).

What is the difference between cornbread and Southern cornbread? ›

She notes that Northern cornbread is sweeter, lighter, and more cake-like than Southern cornbread. Not surprisingly, it includes sugar (or molasses, in the earlier centuries), unlike traditional Southern cornbread.

What culture eats cornbread? ›

Cornbread has become a "cornerstone" of cuisine within the southeastern United States as well as being featured on the plates of African Americans, European Americans, and Native people alike.

What did Native Americans call cornbread? ›

Among them was a version of Indian bread made of cornmeal, salt and water called pone or corn pone. The name came from the Algonquin word apan, meaning "baked." The Narragansett word for cornbread, nokechick, became no-cake and then hoe-cake.

Should you let cornbread batter rest? ›

1Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). We recommend allowing cornbread batter to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before baking, so if you prefer, you can delay heating the oven until you make the batter. 2Melt the butter, and then set aside to cool slightly.

What happens if you use water instead of milk in cornbread? ›

Can I substitute water for milk in cornbread mix? Yes, you can, but it may result in a less rich flavor. If you're out of milk, try using cream or half-and-half, evaporated or powdered milk, or even plain yogurt. If you have dietary restrictions, try soy milk or oat milk.

What kind of cornmeal is best for cornbread? ›

Cornbread Ingredients

Cornmeal: Opt for yellow cornmeal for this recipe, as it's sweeter than its white counterpart.

Can I mix cornbread the night before? ›

In a medium bowl, using a wooden spoon, stir the corn flour and cornmeal with the buttermilk until there are no dry pockets remaining. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or for as little as 1 hour if you want to make the cornbread right now). Preheat the oven to 375°F.

What are the ingredients in Martha White cornmeal mix? ›

Enriched Bolted White Corn Meal and Enriched Flour and Enriched Degerminated White Corn Meal (Bolted White Corn Meal, Wheat Flour, Degerminated White Corn Meal, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Leavening (Baking Soda, Calcium Phosphate, Sodium Aluminum Phosphate), Salt.

What are the ingredients in white cornmeal? ›

INGREDIENTS: DEGERMINATED WHITE CORN MEAL, NIACIN*, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE*, RIBOFLAVIN*, FOLIC ACID*. Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, total sugars, added sugars, vitamin D, calcium, and potassium.

What is cornbread mix made of? ›

Whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.

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