Traditional Overnight 7 Layer Salad Recipe
With its gorgeous rows of colors and bright flavors, this classic Southern seven-layer salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for family gatherings or a church potluck. Served in a clear glass bowl that showcases all the beautiful colors, this layered salad makes a gorgeous centerpiece to your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 4 cups romaine lettuce (torn into pieces)
- 2 cups red onion (chopped)
- 2 cups bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (chopped)
- 2 cups peas (frozen)
- 2 cups mayo
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- ¼ cup parmesan (grated)
- 1 lb cooked bacon
Instructions
- Shred the lettuce into the bottom of a glass bowl. Spread red onion on top. Then add bell pepper, celery, and peas.
- Stir the mayonnaise until smooth and spread it on top of the peas. Sprinkle sugar on top. Add cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese and top with cooked bacon.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- To serve, don’t mix it, just dig down to the bottom so that you get all of the layers.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- You can leave out the sugar.
- For more color, add red, orange or yellow peppers instead of bell peppers.
- For a milder onion, use green onions.
Nutrition
Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 19g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1008mg | Potassium: 381mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1197IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 1mg
