7 Layer Salad
7 Layer Salad is a visually stunning dish that’s perfect for any gathering or a light meal. This colorful salad combines layers of fresh, crunchy vegetables, creamy dressing, and savory toppings that create a delightful flavor experience. Quick to prepare and sure to impress guests at picnics or potlucks, this salad is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen sweet peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Wash and dry the iceberg lettuce. Chop into bite-sized pieces and layer in a serving bowl.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber.
- Layer the sliced red onion over the cucumber followed by frozen sweet peas.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits on top.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth. Spread over the layered salad generously.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: To reduce the sharpness of red onions, soak them in cold water for about 10 minutes before adding them to the salad. Feel free to customize your layers by adding avocado, grilled chicken, or using a vinaigrette instead of creamy dressing.