Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of a 7 Layer Salad, where fresh ingredients and creamy layers create an unforgettable dish perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (peeled if preferred)
- 1 cup frozen sweet peas, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon bits (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or light mayo)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place it at the bottom of your serving dish.
- Dice the tomatoes and cucumber. Layer them over the lettuce for a colorful display.
- Sprinkle thawed sweet peas evenly on top of the vegetables.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese over the peas for added flavor and texture.
- If using, sprinkle cooked turkey bacon bits over the cheese layer.
- In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and mayonnaise with salt and pepper to taste. Spread this dressing evenly over all layers like frosting on a cake.
- Cover with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for about an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out ingredients based on availability or preference. Try adding chickpeas instead of bacon for a vegetarian option. To enhance freshness, keep dressing separate until just before serving.