Best 6 Aunt Marys Layered Salad Recipes

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Aunt Mary's Layered Salad is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone at your next gathering. This salad is made with simple, fresh ingredients that come together to create a delicious and visually appealing dish. The layers of colorful vegetables, fruits, and cheese add flavor and texture, and the creamy dressing brings it all together. Whether you're looking for a side dish for your next potluck or a light and refreshing meal, Aunt Mary's Layered Salad is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED SALAD



Layered Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 heads iceberg lettuce, chopped
4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
8 ounces baby spinach
8 Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs, recipe follows, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound bacon, cooked and chopped
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
8 ounces grated sharp Cheddar
One 10-ounce bag frozen peas, partially thawed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
8 eggs

Steps:

  • For the salad: In a clear glass bowl, layer the salad ingredients in the order they appear above, concentrating the ingredients around the perimeter of the bowl and filling in any gaps in the center with lettuce as needed. Start with a good layer of iceberg on the bottom, followed by the tomato wedges, spinach and Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs. Sprinkle the egg layer generously with salt and pepper. Layer on the bacon, green onions and Cheddar, and end with the peas.
  • For the dressing: Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream and sugar in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Pour the dressing over the top of the peas and spread evenly, bringing the dressing all the way out to the edges of the bowl. Sprinkle with the dill and parsley. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
  • Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and allow the eggs to sit in the water for 20 minutes. Drain off the water and add ice to the pan on top of the eggs. Set aside to chill.

AUNT MARY'S LAYERED SALAD



Aunt Mary's Layered Salad image

This salad is a must have at all of our holiday gatherings. The whole family rates layered salad as their favorite dish on the holidays! Enjoy!

Provided by Hollie Baker

Categories     Green Salads

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound bacon
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped
16 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) jar mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl place a thin layer of 1/2 of the listed ingredients. Begin with the lettuce followed by onion, cauliflower, cheese, bacon and peas. Repeat.
  • Top the salad with mayonnaise and garnish with a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 78.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 1014.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SEVEN LAYER PEA SALAD



Seven Layer Pea Salad image

My Aunt Mary Ann gave me this recipe. I don't like peas, but I like this salad! It is a great dish to take for a potluck!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 12h

Yield 18-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head lettuce, finely chopped
2 green peppers, finely chopped
2 red onions, finely chopped
1 can lesueur peas, drained
1 quart Miracle Whip
1 -1 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
1 bottle bacon bits

Steps:

  • Layer ingredients in the order listed above.
  • It is important to chop the lettuce, peppers and onions very small.
  • When spreading the salad dressing, make sure you cover the bottom layers completely, to the sides of the dish.
  • Refrigerate for at least 12 hours before serving.

AUNT MARY'S LAYERED SALAD



Aunt Mary's Layered Salad image

This salad is a must have at all of our holiday gatherings. The whole family rates layered salad as their favorite dish on the holidays! Enjoy!

Provided by Hollie Baker

Categories     Green Salads

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound bacon
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped
16 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) jar mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl place a thin layer of 1/2 of the listed ingredients. Begin with the lettuce followed by onion, cauliflower, cheese, bacon and peas. Repeat.
  • Top the salad with mayonnaise and garnish with a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 78.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 1014.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

AUNT MARY'S LAYERED SALAD



Aunt Mary's Layered Salad image

This salad is a must have at all of our holiday gatherings. The whole family rates layered salad as their favorite dish on the holidays! Enjoy!

Provided by Hollie Baker

Categories     Green Salads

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound bacon
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped
16 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) jar mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • In a large serving bowl place a thin layer of 1/2 of the listed ingredients. Begin with the lettuce followed by onion, cauliflower, cheese, bacon and peas. Repeat.
  • Top the salad with mayonnaise and garnish with a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 82.2 mg, Fat 78.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 1014.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

MAKE-AHEAD HEARTY SIX-LAYER SALAD



Make-Ahead Hearty Six-Layer Salad image

This salad is an all-time favorite. I reach for the recipe whenever I need a dish to pass. It's easy to make, can be assembled ahead of time and looks great. -Noreen Meyer, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 large hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 green onions, chopped
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 and 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 chicken and peas. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until blended; spread over top. Refrigerate, covered, for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the layers set and make the salad more refreshing.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the salad.
  • Don't skimp on the mayonnaise: It's what holds the salad together and makes it creamy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, texture, and flavor to the salad.
  • Be creative with your toppings: You can use anything from bacon and cheese to nuts and seeds.

Conclusion:

Aunt Mary's Layered Salad is a classic dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy mayonnaise dressing, variety of vegetables, and crunchy toppings, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a side dish or potluck dish, give Aunt Mary's Layered Salad a try. You won't be disappointed.

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