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Tomato Cracker Salad

A Southern classic that combines the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, salty crunch of saltine crackers, and creamy richness of mayonnaise for a refreshing dish ideally served in summer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Light Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium fresh tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 sleeve saltine crackers, broken coarsely by hand not crushed
  • 1 small bunch green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
  • ½ to ¾ cup real mayonnaise, preferably full-fat for the creamiest texture
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
  • sliced pickled jalapeños for a tangy kick
  • chopped hard-boiled egg for extra richness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks. Slice the green onions thinly, using both the white and green parts. If using optional ingredients like pickled jalapeños or hard-boiled egg, slice or chop them as well.
Mix the Tomatoes and Mayo
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, gently stir together the chopped tomatoes and mayonnaise. Start with ½ cup of mayo and add more if needed to coat the tomatoes thoroughly. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
Add the Crackers and Onions
  1. Right before serving, fold in the broken saltine crackers and sliced green onions. Be gentle to maintain a rustic and chunky texture. If adding jalapeños or egg, fold them in at this stage.
Serve Immediately
  1. Tomato Cracker Salad is best served fresh. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately to prevent the crackers from becoming too soft. For a twist, serve in crisp lettuce leaves or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.

Notes

This refreshing dish captures the essence of summer and is perfect for a quick appetizer, snack, or light lunch. Consider adding a dash of hot sauce or crumbled bacon for an extra flavor kick.