Description
This Easy Seven Layer Salad Recipe is a classic potluck and picnic favorite, featuring layers of crisp vegetables, cheese, and bacon topped with a creamy dressing. It’s simple to prepare and visually impressive.
Ingredients
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- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large clear bowl, layer the chopped iceberg lettuce evenly across the bottom.
- Add a layer of cherry tomatoes on top of the lettuce.
- Next, layer the diced cucumber evenly.
- Add a layer of thinly sliced red onions.
- Sprinkle the thawed green peas evenly over the onion layer.
- Spread shredded cheddar cheese over the peas.
- Top with crumbled cooked bacon.
- In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Spread the dressing evenly over the top layer of the salad, covering it completely.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Notes
- For added flavor, use smoked bacon or turkey bacon.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter dressing.
- Prepare a day ahead for even better flavor development.
- Use a clear bowl to show off the colorful layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg