Seven Layer Salad Recipe
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Seven Layer Salad Recipe
Description
The Seven Layer Salad Recipe starts with a base of shredded lettuce topped with diced red onion, sliced celery, and thawed peas, creating multiple layers of fresh, crisp texture. A mixture of mayonnaise and granulated sugar is spread over the vegetables, adding a creamy and subtly sweet dressing. The salad is finished with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled fried bacon, adding a salty richness and bite. It is chilled before serving to meld the flavors.
This salad offers crunchy, creamy, and savory contrasts in each spoonful, suitable as a refreshing side for potlucks or barbecues. The layering creates a visually appealing presentation in a glass bowl, showcasing each ingredient.
Adjusting the onion type or omitting sugar can alter the flavor to preference. Soaking onions in ice water reduces their pungency. Using thawed frozen peas is convenient and adds sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 head lettuce shredded
- 1/2 cup red onion diced (see note 1)
- 2-3 celery sliced (about 1 cup, ribs
- 12 ounces peas thawed (see note 2, frozen
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (see note 3)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 pound Bacon fried and crumbled
Instructions
- Spread the lettuce evenly in the bottom of a glass bowl. Top with red onion, celery, and peas.
- Spread mayonnaise on top of celery and sprinkle with sugar. Top with cheddar cheese and bacon. Cover and chill.
Notes
- Soak diced onions in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow sharpness, then drain before layering.
- Thaw frozen peas by rinsing under cold water and draining well to avoid excess moisture.
- Sugar in the mayo dressing adds subtle sweetness but can be omitted if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 504mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 219mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 780IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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