Midwestern Cornbread Salad with Tangy Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-22 · Updated 2026-06-22

A refreshing and hearty salad combining sweet cornbread cubes, crisp veggies, and a zesty homemade dressing inspired by the vibrant spirit of Lincoln, Nebraska. This American-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cornbread, cherry tomatoes, cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups, cubed cornbread
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 3, thinly sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread 3 cups cubed cornbread evenly on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes until slightly crisp and golden.
2. Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 medium diced cucumber, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 3 thinly sliced green onions, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Add toasted cornbread cubes to the salad bowl, pour the dressing over all ingredients, and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow flavors to meld.