30-MINUTE SEVEN-LAYER SALAD

 

Here's a quick and delicious 30-Minute Seven-Layer Salad recipe — perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a simple weeknight side dish!

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30-Minute Seven-Layer Salad

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time (optional): 1 hour or overnight

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Ingredients

Layer 1: Lettuce

• 6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce

Layer 2: Vegetables

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup chopped cucumber or diced bell pepper

Layer 3: Red Onion

• ½ cup thinly sliced red onion

Layer 4: Peas

• 1½ cups frozen peas, thawed

Layer 5: Hard-Boiled Eggs

• 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

Layer 6: Bacon

• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Layer 7: Cheddar Cheese

• 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

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Creamy Dressing

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional for sweetness)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1–2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (for tang)

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Instructions

1. Layer ingredients in a large clear bowl or trifle dish in the order listed above.
2. Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Spread the dressing evenly over the top of the layered salad, all the way to the edges to "seal" it in.
4. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and additional bacon bits if desired.
5. Chill for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately.

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Tips:

• You can make this ahead and refrigerate overnight.
• For extra crunch, add chopped celery or water chestnuts in the veggie layer.
• Use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream for a lighter version.

Let me know if you’d like a printable version or modifications!