Cajun Jambalaya Salad

Submitted by Mercy

"Great for parties and picnics! This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled. The cooking time is actually the chilling time."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup Italian salad dressing
• 1⁄2 cup celery, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup green pepper, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups rice, cooked
• 1⁄2 cup ham, cubed
• 6 ounces shrimp, tiny, cooked
• 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 6 bacon, slices crumbled

directions

1. Thoroughly mix the first eight ingredients together and then toss in the remaining ingredients, except the bacon. Chill for a couple of hours to let the flavors develop.
2. Add the bacon just before serving (to keep it crisp).