Hill's 7 Layer Salad
Elevate your next gathering with Hill's 7 Layer Salad, a visually stunning and flavor-packed dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Featuring vibrant layers of crisp iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy red onion, sweet peas, sharp cheddar cheese, and smoky bacon, this salad is blanketed in a rich, creamy dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, and a hint of sugar for a perfectly balanced taste. Prepared in just 25 minutes and beautifully showcased in a glass dish, this classic recipe is the ultimate make-ahead side, melding its bold flavors and textures after a few hours in the fridge. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners, this 7 layer salad is a timeless crowd-pleaser that delights both the eyes and taste buds.
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Ingredients
- 1 head (chopped) Iceberg lettuce
- 2 cups (halved) Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large (diced) Cucumber
- 1 small (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 1.5 cups (thawed) Frozen peas
- 1.5 cups (shredded) Cheddar cheese
- 8 slices (cooked until crispy and crumbled) Bacon
- 1.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon White sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the base layer: Start by washing and chopping the head of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Spread the lettuce evenly in the bottom of a clear trifle or large glass bowl to ensure the layers are visible.
Step 2
Add the second layer: Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes evenly on top of the lettuce layer.
Step 3
Add the third layer: Scatter the diced cucumber over the tomatoes in an even layer.
Step 4
Add the fourth layer: Distribute the thinly sliced red onion over the cucumbers.
Step 5
Add the fifth layer: Spread the thawed peas over the onions, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
Step 6
Layer the sixth: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the peas.
Step 7
Prepare the creamy dressing: In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Step 8
Spread the dressing: Gently spread the dressing over the shredded cheese layer, using a spatula to create an even coating that reaches the edges of the bowl.
Step 9
Top it off: Sprinkle the crispy crumbled bacon over the creamy dressing as the final touch.
Step 10
Cover and chill: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 11
Serve: When ready to serve, garnish with a few extra shredded cheese or bacon crumbles for presentation, if desired. Use a long spoon to scoop through all the layers and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2556.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4334.3 |
| Total Fat 357.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 614.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4688.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 67.8g | |
| Protein 87.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 10.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1193.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3934.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories