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Traditional 7 Layer Salad

A colorful and layered salad featuring fresh vegetables, cheese, and a creamy dressing, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Layers
  • 2 cups lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup peas frozen and thawed
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar white or apple cider

Method
 

Assemble Salad
  1. In a large glass bowl, layer the ingredients starting with the lettuce, followed by tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon, and peas.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar. Mix until smooth.
  3. Spread the dressing evenly over the top layer of peas.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, prepare the salad a few hours in advance. You can substitute ingredients based on preference or availability.

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