British Picnic Salad
British Picnic Salad is a hearty, mayonnaise-based salad traditionally served at outdoor gatherings and picnics across the UK. It typically features a mix of diced cooked chicken or ham, sweetcorn, red onion, celery, and sometimes apple or raisins, all bound together in a creamy dressing. It's a versatile and convenient dish, often served in a sandwich, a wrap, or on its own as part of a larger spread.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This salad is generally moderate in protein from the meat and fat from the mayonnaise, with carbohydrates coming from the sweetcorn and any added fruit or vegetables. It provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and potassium, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple of British 'picnic food' culture, representing practical, crowd-pleasing fare for social events. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it combines protein, fat, and carbs in one dish, making it a more complete and filling meal than a simple green salad.
