Best 12 Quick Layered Lettuce Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, the quick layered lettuce salad reigns supreme, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that tantalize the taste buds. This refreshing and vibrant salad is a testament to the culinary artistry of layering contrasting ingredients to create a harmonious symphony of flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OVERNIGHT LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD



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This layered salad is a family favorite from a church cookbook I've had for 40 years. The bacon adds a fabulous crunch. -Mary Brehm, Cape Coral, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces)
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. or 13x9-in. glass dish, layer the first 5 ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sugar; spoon over salad, spreading to cover., Sprinkle top with cheese, bacon and cranberries. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD



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This recipe came from an old Pine to Prairie Cookbook that the recipes were donated to. The telephone Pioneers of America made the book. My mother gave me three of these cookbooks and our family has used a lot of the recipes. This book has recipes from people who live all over the state of Minnesota. This is Yummy and great for a crowd, picnic, or holiday get togethers!

Provided by Beaner in Washington

Categories     Pork

Time 10h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head lettuce
1 cup celery, diced
4 hardboiled egg, sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
8 slices bacon, fried and diced
2 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
4 ounces grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Tear the cleaned crisp lettuce into small bite sized pieces and place in the bottom of 9x12 inch cake pan.
  • Layer the rest of the ingredients in the order given, do not cook peas.
  • Add the sugar to the mayonnaise and spread over the top as you would frosting.
  • Top with grated cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Bacon bits can be used for bacon.

LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD



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This is a great-tasting salad that can be made for most any occasion. It looks so pretty for a buffet or on the dinner table. My family loves it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium head iceberg lettuce, torn
1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
4 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 small red onion, finely chopped
DRESSING:
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Additional fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, layer the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, snipped dill, basil, salt and pepper; carefully spread over salad., Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. If desired, top with additional dill.

Nutrition Facts :

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

SEVEN LAYER SALAD



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I usually make this bacon, lettuce, onion, pea, cheese and cauliflower layered salad in a large flat bowl. There's never too much because everybody loves it! You can vary the salad by substituting green onions for red, jack cheese for the Cheddar, etc.

Provided by Leah Mae

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bacon
1 large head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
10 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped cauliflower
1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside.
  • In a large flat bowl, place the chopped lettuce and top with a layer of onion, peas, shredded cheese, cauliflower and bacon.
  • Prepare the dressing by whisking together the mayonnaise, sugar and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle over salad and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 667.3 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SIMPLE LETTUCE SALAD



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MY Mother often fixed this salad when I was a child. I grew up on a farm and most of our food came right from the garden. We especially liked this in the spring, when early leaf lettuce appeared. After a long winter of cooked vegetables, this was a real treat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups torn leaf lettuce
1 hard-boiled large egg, chopped
1 green onion, sliced
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, egg and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, vinegar and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

MISS BETTY'S 24 HOUR LETTUCE SALAD



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A dear friend shared her version of 24 hour salad with me. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Provided by Peach822

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time P1DT30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ pound sliced bacon
1 large head iceberg lettuce, shredded
¼ cup sliced onion
¼ cup thinly sliced celery
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
1 tablespoon white sugar
2 tablespoons grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Steps:

  • Spread the lettuce out on a large serving dish or bowl. Sprinkle the onion, celery, water chestnuts and frozen peas (unthawed) over the lettuce in layers. Spread mayonnaise over the top like a frosting. Sprinkle with sugar and grated cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Before serving, sprinkle crumbled bacon over the top, and garnish with tomato wedges, slices of hard-cooked egg, and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 385.7 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

7 LAYER LETTUCE SALAD



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This is always a favorite whenever it's served, and so easy! If you don't have bacon, you can use 1/2 jar of Bacos.

Provided by toosharps

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head iceberg lettuce (put apart or cut in bite size pieces)
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1 (10 ounce) box frozen peas (don't cook, thaw in hot water and drain)
1 cup Miracle Whip
2 tablespoons sugar (added to Miracle Whip)
4 ounces grated cheddar cheese
8 slices cooked bacon (cool & crumble)

Steps:

  • Layer in glass rectangle dish:.
  • lettuce, celery, onion, green pepper, frozen peas, and Miracle Whip.
  • Put cheese and bacon on top.
  • Toss before serving.
  • Can make the night before.

LAYERED SALAD FOR A CROWD



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This salad is a favorite of my three sons. I took it to a luncheon honoring our school district's food service manager, and she asked for the recipe. I like to make the dressing the day before so the flavors blend together. -Linda Ashley, Leesburg, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons dill weed
1/2 teaspoon seasoning blend
1 bunch romaine, torn
2 medium carrots, grated
1 cup chopped red onion
1 medium cucumber, sliced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, milk, dill and seasoning blend. , In a 4-qt. clear glass serving bowl, layer the romaine, carrots, onion and cucumber (do not toss). Pour dressing over the top; sprinkle with peas, cheese and bacon. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TWENTY FOUR HOUR LAYERED SALAD



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Amazing salad with a creamy sour cream dressing.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time P1DT20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ head leaf lettuce, torn
½ bunch fresh spinach, torn
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
5 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
2 cups peas
½ green bell pepper, chopped
5 green onions, sliced
2 (8 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Toss together the lettuce, spinach, celery, mushrooms, eggs, peas, bell pepper, green onions, and water chestnuts in a 9x13 inch dish. Mix the mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar in a bowl, and spread evenly over the salad to the edges of the dish. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, and top with bacon. Cover and refrigerate 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 432.5 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD



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I don't remember having this until probably the 1970's, but once mom started making it, the salad was a favorite dish to take to potlucks.

Provided by Rutecki Family

Categories     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small head lettuce, shredded fine
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup celery
1/2 cup green pepper
16 ounces frozen peas, thawed with hot water but not cooked, then cooled
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 lb cheese, grated
8 slices bacon, fried, then crumbled over cheese

Steps:

  • Layer vegetables.
  • Mix sour cream, mayonnaise and sugar.
  • Spread over vegetables, then sprinkle over that the cheese and bacon.
  • Seal tightly and allow to stand for 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.7, Fat 23.5, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 39, Sodium 563.1, Carbohydrate 16.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6, Protein 10.1

CREAMY LETTUCE SALAD



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Round out the fast feast with quick-to-fix Creamy Lettuce Salad. "This recipe is a family favorite I recall my mom serving often when I was growing up," relates Jacquie Troutman of Zephyrhills, Florida. "She particularly liked it because it was so easy to make and called for things she usually had on hand." A sweet dressing tops packaged salad greens that are dressed up with hard-cooked eggs, tomato and onion.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 hard-boiled large eggs
1 package (16 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
DRESSING:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut one egg into wedges for garnish; set aside. Chop remaining eggs. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, tomato, onion and eggs. , In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Garnish with reserved egg wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients beforehand: Washing and chopping your lettuce, vegetables, and herbs ahead of time will make the assembly process much quicker and easier.
  • Use a variety of lettuces: This will add different textures and flavors to your salad. Some good options include romaine, iceberg, butterhead, and arugula.
  • Don't be afraid to add other vegetables: This is a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients and make your salad more filling. Some good options include cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, and celery.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: This is what will really bring your salad to life. You can use a store-bought dressing or make your own. Some good options include a vinaigrette, ranch dressing, or Caesar dressing.
  • Add some protein: This will make your salad more filling and satisfying. Some good options include grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Conclusion:

This layered lettuce salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with fresh vegetables and flavorful ingredients, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner option, give this layered lettuce salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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