Description
Indulge in the vibrant layers of the Seven Layer Salad, a colorful and customizable dish perfect for any gathering. This refreshing salad features fresh veggies, hard-boiled eggs, and a creamy dressing that ties it all together. With its eye-catching presentation and delightful combination of flavors, this layered salad is sure to impress at picnics, potlucks, or holiday dinners. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing you to prepare it in advance for stress-free entertaining. Enjoy the versatility of this dish by swapping in your favorite ingredients or proteins!
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 8 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen peas, defrosted and patted dry
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped red onion (optional)
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 12 ounces diced turkey bacon
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, white apple vinegar, and sugar in a medium bowl until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, layer the salad starting with chopped lettuce at the bottom. Continue layering with peas, red onion (if using), quartered tomatoes, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
- Spread dollops of dressing over the egg layer and sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese on top. Finish with diced turkey bacon.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours before serving. Scoop through layers to enjoy every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 120mg