Best 7 8 Layer Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, "8 Layer Salad" stands out as a radiant symphony of flavors and textures. This iconic dish, with its captivating layers of crisp vegetables, creamy dressings, and savory ingredients, has become a beloved classic at potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday feasts. As we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for this culinary masterpiece, let us delve into the secrets behind its enduring popularity and explore the endless possibilities it offers for culinary creativity.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

8-LAYER SALAD



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Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 slices bacon
4 to 5 cups chopped iceberg lettuce (about 1 head)
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups shredded carrots (about 6)
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 cups shredded Cheddar, mozzarella and/or Monterey jack cheese
2 cups cherry or baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
Summer Herb Ranch Dressing, recipe follows
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain the bacon on paper towels. Let cool, then chop.
  • Meanwhile, place 1/4 of the lettuce in the bottom of a trifle bowl or large glass bowl. Top with the peas and then another 1/4 of the lettuce. Top with the carrots.
  • Arrange the eggs on top, facing them outwards against the side of the bowl. Top with another 1/4 of the lettuce, corn, then the remaining lettuce.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese, then top with the tomatoes and bacon. Serve with the herb ranch dressing on the side.
  • Whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Makes about 2 cups.

EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup farro
3 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken stock (or water)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and sliced into 3/4-inch cubes
A pinch of crushed red pepper
1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
1 cup packed fresh basil (about 2 ounces), finely chopped, plus a little more for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
5 ounces baby kale
8 ounces prosciutto, chopped
2 large shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Combine the farro with the stock or water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until tender, about 30 minutes; drain off any excess liquid. Season with salt and pepper and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toss the squash with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, a few pinches of salt, a few turns of pepper and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Roast until tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool.
  • Make the dressing by combining the yogurt, basil, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, Dijon and garlic in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large glass serving bowl, layer the farro, kale, squash, prosciutto, shallots, dressing, Parmesan and almonds. Finish with the remaining basil and a few turns of pepper.

7-LAYER SALAD



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This salad has been a regular at our church potluck dinners and is always enjoyed by many. I asked for the recipe early on and have made it many times in the past 15 years.

Provided by Kara Parsons

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ head lettuce, torn
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped, or more to taste
3 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
12 ounces cooked crumbled bacon

Steps:

  • Layer lettuce, cucumber, peas, Cheddar cheese, and egg, respectively, in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Whisk creamy salad dressing, sugar, and vinegar together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; spread over the egg layer. Crumble bacon over dressing layer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 128.3 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1005.2 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

EIGHT LAYER SALAD



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I found this in a new cookbook and thought it looked really good. Thought I would share it with you!

Provided by Kim127

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 ounces fresh spinach, washed,dried and torn into pieces
1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
6 hard-boiled eggs, diced
1 head romaine lettuce or 1 head iceberg lettuce, washed,dried and torn into pieces
1 (10 ounce) package frozen baby peas, thawed and drained
1 cup sliced sweet onion
2 teaspoons sugar
salt and pepper
2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup coarsely grated swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In large glass salad bowl, arrange spinach seasoned with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Press down.
  • Add layers of bacon, eggs, and lettuce.
  • Press down.
  • Season again with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon sugar.
  • Add layers of peas and onion.
  • Combine mayonnaise and sour cream and completely cover salad.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Toss just before serving.

HEARTY EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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I'm a 77-year-old great-grandmother and have been making this satisfying salad for years. It's my most requested recipe for family gatherings. It's simple to make ahead of time and looks lovely with all of its tasty layers. Dijon mustard gives a nice kick to the dressing. -Noreen Meyer, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup julienned hard salami
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. , Place the lettuce in a 2-1/2-qt. glass serving bowl; top with pasta and eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with ham, salami and peas. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and mustard. Spread over the top. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

7 LAYER SALAD



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This 7 layer salad recipe sounds like a bunch of vegetables thrown together, but every occasion people ask me if I will make this, it is really gooooooood. Overnight chilling not included in preparation time.

Provided by paula giles

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head lettuce, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 cup celery (I leave this out)
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, uncooked
2 cups Miracle Whip (I use the Lite)
2 teaspoons sugar (You can use Equal or Sweet and Low)
1 (4 ounce) jar Bacos bacon bits (you can also use crumbled leftover bacon)
2 cups cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Layer all of the above vegetables in order, evenly.
  • Cover with plastic wrap securely and refrigerate overnight.

SOUTHWEST 8 LAYER SALAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Time P1DT1m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds hamburger
1 packages taco seasoning
2 cans black beans
1 containers sour cream
1 jars salsa
1 bags salad mix
3 units pepper
1 pounds kraft cheese
1 bunches green onions
1 bags doritos

Steps:

  • 1st: Brown hamburger in a pan. When done put taco seasoning in (whole package). Let cook for 2 minutes. Put hamburger mixture in a bowl and put it in the freezer.
  • 2nd: Open black beans and put in strainer. Wash beans till there is no black in the water. Set aside.
  • (Please go stir the hamburger mixture in freezer.)
  • 3rd: In an extra large liquid measuring cup put 4 cups of sour cream and 1 cup salsa. Stir until fully mixed.
  • (Please go stir the hamburger mixture once again.)
  • 4th: In a large dish that you would like your salad presented in start adding these ingredients:
  • 1: salad mix
  • 2: beans
  • 3: hamburger mixture
  • 4: peppers
  • 5: sour cream mixture
  • 6: Kraft Cheese
  • 7: green onions
  • Put plastic wrap over it and let it sit all night in fridge. When you are ready to serve put the crushed cheese Doritos on top and enjoy the meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures to make the salad visually appealing.
  • Chop the vegetables into small pieces so that they are easy to eat.
  • Use a light and flavorful dressing to enhance the flavors of the salad.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad with a side of crackers or bread for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

The 8-Layer Salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and visually appealing. With its variety of flavors and textures, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe to try, give the 8-Layer Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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