Deluxe Layered Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and hearty Deluxe Layered Salad, a true showstopper for any gathering! Packed with fresh ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, tender spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet peas, this salad is as nutritious as it is beautiful. Layered with savory toppings such as hard-boiled eggs, sharp cheddar cheese, and smoky crumbled bacon, it’s crowned with a rich and creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and just the right touch of seasoning. Prepared in just 25 minutes and presented in a clear glass bowl to showcase its stunning layers, this make-ahead salad is perfect for potlucks, holiday feasts, or summer barbecues. Serve chilled for a refreshing burst of flavor in every scoop! Keywords: layered salad recipe, make-ahead salad, deluxe salad, easy potluck dishes, fresh vegetable salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 4 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 slices Cooked bacon
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and spinach leaves. Tear them into bite-sized pieces and layer them evenly at the bottom of a large, clear glass bowl or trifle dish.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and arrange them as the second layer on top of the greens.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds, then layer them on top of the tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into rings and place them on top of the cucumbers.

Step 5

Scatter the frozen peas evenly over the red onions to create the next layer.

Step 6

Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into bite-sized pieces and layer them over the peas.

Step 7

Shred the sharp cheddar cheese and sprinkle it evenly to create the next layer.

Step 8

Chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and spread them over the cheese layer.

Step 9

In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Carefully spread the dressing mixture evenly over the top of the salad layers, completely covering the top for a decorative presentation.

Step 11

Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 12

Just before serving, garnish with additional shredded cheese or chopped chives, if desired. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1617.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3207.4

Total Fat 270.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 1283.4mg	0%
Sodium 3714.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 36.6g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 207.7IU	0%
Calcium 1298.8mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2491.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 14.8%