Eilene's Cadillac Version of the Layered Salad

Elevate your potluck or holiday gathering with "Eilene's Cadillac Version of the Layered Salad," a dazzling and flavorful take on the classic 7-layer salad. This show-stopping dish features a vibrant medley of crisp iceberg lettuce, tender spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber slices, all artfully layered in a glass dish to create a striking presentation. Topped with rich cheddar cheese, crispy crumbled bacon, and sweet peas, the salad is crowned with a creamy and tangy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of sugar for the perfect balance. The best part? This make-ahead recipe chills in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, making it an effortless yet impressive crowd-pleaser. Sprinkle with fresh parsley just before serving for a touch of elegance, and watch this layered salad steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 head Iceberg lettuce
• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 4 pieces Hard-boiled eggs
• 1 small Red onion
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Frozen peas, thawed
• 1 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the iceberg lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in the bottom of a large glass bowl or trifle dish to create the first layer.

Step 2

Layer the spinach leaves evenly over the iceberg lettuce.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and layer them over the spinach.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly. Layer the cucumber slices on top of the tomatoes.

Step 5

Peel and slice the hard-boiled eggs. Arrange the egg slices on top of the cucumber layer.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion, and add it as the next layer on top of the eggs.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly as the next layer.

Step 8

Evenly spread the thawed peas over the cheese layer.

Step 9

Top the peas with the crumbled bacon for a crispy layer.

Step 10

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-combined.

Step 11

Spread the dressing evenly over the bacon layer, covering the entire surface of the salad to seal in freshness.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Before serving, sprinkle chopped parsley on top for garnish, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2731.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4798.5

Total Fat 384.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 1598.8mg	0%
Sodium 8780.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.8g	0%
Total Sugars 64.4g
Protein 194.1g	0%

Vitamin D 236IU	0%
Calcium 1865.1mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 5139.0mg	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: 70.6%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 13.6%