Bake this irresistible Cornbread Salad at home. Made with regular cornbread, mayonnaise, bacon and purple onion. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Cornbread Salad relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as real mayonnaise, crisp crumbled bacon, medium chopped purple onion and medium chopped bell pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 918 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026