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Glass trifle bowl filled with a big layer of lettuce topped with peas, cauliflower, onion, eggs, bacon, and a creamy dressing making a seven layer salad.

Seven Layer Salad

Seven layer salad, also known as overnight salad, is a creamy and delicious make ahead salad that is hard to beat. It is perfect for potlucks, parties and more. Plus you can customize it with your favorite salad ingredients.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Chill Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Author: Carlee

Ingredients

  • 6-8 cups chopped lettuce gently packed
  • 12 ounces frozen peas thawed
  • ¼ cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 cups cauliflower chopped
  • 1 pound bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 6 hard boiled eggs diced
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Spread the lettuce in the bottom of a trifle bowl or 9x13-inch pan.
  • Evenly distribute the salad toppings over the lettuce.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise and sugar. Spread over the top of the salad.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the dressing. Cover and refrigerate 4-24 hours.
  • Serve as is or toss before serving if desired.

Notes

Use your favorite lettuce. Iceberg is traditional, but romaine and leaf lettuce are also great. So is a spring mix or spinach. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 540mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 635IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg
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