Description
This vibrant 7 Layer Salad features a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and creamy dressing, making it a perfect centerpiece for gatherings or an enticing addition to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumber (seedless preferred)
- 1 cup frozen green peas (thawed)
- 1 cup crispy bacon bits (or substitute with chickpeas for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier twist)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly. Chop the iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the cucumber. Set aside.
- In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, start by adding a generous layer of chopped lettuce at the bottom.
- Sprinkle halved cherry tomatoes evenly over the lettuce layer. Next, add diced cucumbers followed by thawed green peas.
- Sprinkle crispy bacon bits over the peas for added flavor.
- Add a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the bacon bits.
- Finally, dollop sour cream on top, followed by drizzling ranch dressing evenly across the top layer.
- Scoop out portions onto plates and enjoy! Mixing gently before serving ensures everyone gets a taste of all layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize layers with your favorite ingredients; avocado or bell peppers can be great additions. To keep leftovers crisp, store them in an airtight container without mixing the layers.