My 7 Layer Salad

Elevate your potluck game with this stunning and flavorful 7 Layer Salad, a classic crowd-pleaser that's as beautiful as it is delicious! This vibrant dish showcases crisp iceberg lettuce, sweet peas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, sharp red onion, and smoky bacon, all topped with shredded cheddar cheese and a creamy homemade dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of sugar for balance. Assembled in a clear bowl, the colorful layers create a visually appealing centerpiece perfect for gatherings. With minimal prep time and a make-ahead design, this salad is an easy, no-fuss addition to any party spread. Serve chilled for a refreshing side dish that guarantees every scoop will deliver the perfect blend of textures and flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups iceberg lettuce
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.75 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Chop the iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and finely dice the red onion.

Step 2

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large clear trifle or glass bowl, begin layering the salad. Start with the iceberg lettuce as the bottom layer, arranging it evenly.

Step 5

Add a layer of frozen peas (no need to thaw) on top of the lettuce.

Step 6

Follow with a layer of halved cherry tomatoes, then the sliced cucumber.

Step 7

Next, spread an even layer of red onion followed by the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Carefully spread the dressing atop the cheese layer, ensuring it covers to the edges of the bowl to seal in the ingredients below.

Step 9

Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top of the dressing as the final layer.

Step 10

For garnish, sprinkle chopped green onions over the bacon layer.

Step 11

Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 12

Serve chilled, using a large spoon to scoop down through all the layers in each serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1777.6 grams (1777.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3759

Total Fat 312.20g	400%
Saturated Fat 81.00g	405%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 620mg	207%
Sodium 5236mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 134.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 50.60g
Protein 118.50g	237%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1187mg	91%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 3040mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.5%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 14.1%