Terrific 24 Hour Salad

Elevate your potluck game with this show-stopping Terrific 24 Hour Salad, a classic crowd-pleaser that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Built layer by layer in a glass bowl or trifle dish, this make-ahead salad is packed with fresh iceberg lettuce, crisp celery, red onions, and sweet bursts of frozen peas, crowned with a creamy, tangy dressing made of mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of sugar. Topped with sharp cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, slices of hard-boiled eggs, and a garnish of green onions, it’s the perfect combination of textures and flavors. The secret to this salad's magic? Letting it rest in the fridge for a full 24 hours, allowing the layers to meld together into a harmonious blend that tastes even better the next day. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or looking to impress at a picnic, this easy yet elegant layered salad is guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 head iceberg lettuce
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 cup celery
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices bacon slices
• 4 large hard-boiled eggs
• 0.25 cup green onions

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the head of iceberg lettuce. Chop or tear it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red onion into rings, then halve the rings, separating them into individual pieces.

Step 3

Wash and chop the celery into small dice.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs into thin rounds.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar until smooth. Set aside.

Step 7

In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, assemble the salad in the following layers: start with the chopped lettuce, followed by the red onion, celery, and frozen peas.

Step 8

Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the top of the vegetable layers to form a cohesive seal.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese in a generous layer over the dressing.

Step 10

Top the cheese layer with the crumbled bacon and sliced hard-boiled eggs.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped green onions for added color and flavor.

Step 12

Cover the salad tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a full 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 13

Before serving, toss lightly to combine the layers or serve directly from the dish in true layered-salad style. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1931 grams (1931.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3339

Total Fat 276.40g	354%
Saturated Fat 69.40g	347%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.70g
Cholesterol 1290mg	430%
Sodium 2897mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 149.40g	54%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 64.70g
Protein 91.00g	182%

Vitamin D 200IU	1000%
Calcium 1331mg	102%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 2551mg	54%

*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: 72.1%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 17.3%