Best 5 My Layered Salad Recipes

Welcome to the delightful world of layered salads, where flavors and textures harmoniously converge to create a symphony of taste! Layered salads are not just ordinary dishes; they are culinary masterpieces that visually tantalize and gastronomically gratify. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch option, a vibrant side dish for your main course, or a showstopping centerpiece for your next gathering, this article will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect layered salad. From classic combinations to innovative twists, we'll explore a variety of recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will turn your kitchen into a layering haven and your taste buds into ardent fans of this layered salad extravaganza!

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LAYERED SALAD

Layered Salad image

This is a wonderful recipe which can have ingredients added or subtracted. Even if there is only two of you to eat it, don't cut the recipe in half because I'm sure you'll want more.

Provided by FRANCESWOOD

Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes

Time 13h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 head lettuce, torn into small pieces
1 onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ pound bacon - cooked and crumbled
1 large tomato, chopped

Steps:

Place eggs in a large saucepan and completely cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 12 minutes. Remove eggs and chill.
In a 9x13 inch dish, layer the lettuce, onion, water chestnuts and peas.
In a medium bowl combine the mayonnaise, sugar, seasoned salt and garlic powder. Mix until smooth. Spread over the top evenly over the top of the peas. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Peel and chop hard-cooked eggs.
Remove salad from refrigerator and top with the bacon, eggs and tomato. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 124.1 mg, Fat 50.4 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 749.2 mg, Sugar 8 g

LAYERED SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

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.

MY MOM'S SEVEN LAYER SALAD

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My mom used to make me this delicious salad growing up and I was addicted to it, I would beg her to make it.

Provided by april 5

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 12 , 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 large iceberg lettuce, rinsed, dried and chopped
1 lb bacon
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
12 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 cup mayonnaise (I always use Hellmans)
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

Place bacon in a large skillet, cook over medium high heat until brown and fully cooked. Crumble and set aside.
In a large flat bowl, put the chopped lettuce in and layer with onion, peas, cauliflower and bacon. prepare the dressing by combining mayo, sour cream and sugar, mix well. Spread the dressing on top of salad and then top with cheese. Refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.8, Fat 37.2, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 69, Sodium 676.7, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 6.2, Protein 14.3

MY MOTHER- IN-LAW'S 7 LAYER SALAD

My Mother- in-law's 7 Layer Salad image

There are actually 8 layers, but as long as I have known my husband, his mom has been making this for all of the gatherings and it has been known as 7 layer salad! This salad looks especially nice in a glass bowl to display the layers.

Provided by Pamela

Categories Greens

Time 8h15m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 head lettuce, broken into bite size pieces
1 cup celery, chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1 green pepper, chopped
2 cups mayonnaise, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
7 slices bacon, fried and crumbled

Steps:

Layer the ingredients in the order given.
Let stand 8 to 10 hours or overnight.

CLASSIC LAYERED SALAD

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See the reason this Classic Layered Salad is a potluck favorite: red onions, peas, ham, mayo and more combine for a foolproof Classic Layered Salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 cups loosely packed chopped iceberg lettuce
1 small red onion, sliced, separated into rings
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen peas, thawed, drained
1 pkg. (8 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped
3/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp. sugar
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 small tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

Layer lettuce, onions, peas and ham in large straight-sided clear glass bowl.
Mix mayo, Parmesan and sugar; spread over salad to seal. Refrigerate several hours or up to 24 hours.
Top with cheddar and tomatoes just before serving; toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 580 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor.
Layer the salad in a clear glass bowl or trifle dish so that you can see all of the layers.
Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and turkey and add in extra vegetables, such as zucchini, yellow squash, or mushrooms.
To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the layers and store them separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before serving.
To make the salad easier to serve, use a slotted spoon or spatula to lift out the layers.

Conclusion:

This layered salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its colorful layers and variety of flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, give this layered salad a try.

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