This particular recipe can be firmly dated to 1933. I found a mention of it in the New York Times archives from March 14, 1933. It was apparently very popular at the Congressional dining room.
Roosevelt Simplicity Salad
1 cup seasoned mayonnaise
1 cup celery
1/2 cup white cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup red cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup green peppers, chopped
1 cup cooked carrots, diced
1 cup cooked peas
Mix ingredients and blend. Serve on crisp lettuce garnished with sliced stuffed olives or pimento strips and additional mayonnaise.
Seasoned mayonnaise? Seasoned with what?
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I’m really not sure, but perhaps it’s something like Miracle Whip vs regular mayo?
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