Description
Experience the vibrant and delicious 7 Layer Salad, a colorful dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings. This classic layered salad features an irresistible combination of fresh ingredients, creamy dressing, and crispy bacon, making it a crowd-pleaser at any occasion. With layers of Iceberg lettuce, sweet peas, hard-boiled eggs, and cheese, this salad not only delights the taste buds but also impresses with its stunning presentation. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes and make-ahead friendly, the 7 Layer Salad is your go-to recipe for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slices thick-cut bacon
- 4 cups Iceberg lettuce
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs
- 1 bag (16 ounces) frozen peas
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese
- 1 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, salt, and Parmesan; set aside.
- Cook diced bacon in a sauté pan until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- In a trifle or casserole dish, layer Iceberg lettuce, grape tomatoes, chopped eggs, thawed peas. Spread dressing over peas.
- Top with Cheddar cheese and crispy bacon pieces.
- Cover and refrigerate before serving to let flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of salad (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 210mg