7 Layer Salad
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7 Layer Salad
Description
This 7 Layer Salad features layers beginning with chopped iceberg lettuce as a crisp base, followed by fresh tomatoes, thawed peas, diced green or red onions, and chopped hard-boiled eggs for protein and richness. A mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, and seasoned salt is spread over the top layer to bind flavors and add moisture.
Before serving, shredded cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits are sprinkled on top, adding sharpness and a savory contrast. The salad is chilled for several hours or overnight to meld flavors without losing the distinct layers, resulting in a colorful dish with contrasting textures from crunchy vegetables, creamy dressing, tender eggs, and crisp bacon.
Optional variations include using a ranch-style dressing with herbs and garlic or substituting other vegetables such as bell peppers, corn, or shredded carrots based on preference or what is available. For make-ahead convenience, assemble all but the cheese and bacon and add them just before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce chopped
- 2 cups tomato or sliced cherry tomatoes, diced, fresh
- 2 cups peas thawed, frozen
- ½ cup green onion or diced red onion, sliced
- 8 egg cooled, peeled and chopped, hard boiled
- 2 cups cheddar cheese lightly packed, shredded
- 8 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, and seasoned salt for the dressing. Set aside.
- Wash and dry the lettuce very well. Place lettuce in the bottom of a large trifle bowl (or 9x13 pan).
- In order, top with tomatoes, peas, green onions, and boiled eggs. Spread the dressing on top right to the edges.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with cheese and bacon before serving.
Notes
- Optional ranch-style dressing includes herbs and garlic powders for variety.
- Vegetables like bell peppers, corn, or shredded carrots can replace or add to the layers.
- Assemble all layers except cheese and bacon ahead; add these topping just before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 348 | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 165mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 579mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 298mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1124IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 186mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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