30-MINUTE SEVEN-LAYER SALAD

Here’s a quick and delicious 30-minute Seven-Layer Salad recipe — perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or an easy make-ahead meal!

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🥗 30-Minute Seven-Layer Salad

Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time (optional): 1+ hour (or serve immediately)

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🥄 Ingredients

1. Lettuce Layer

   • 6 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce (about 1 head)

2. Vegetable Layers

   • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

   • 1 cup cucumber, diced

   • 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed

   • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced or diced

3. Protein & Cheese Layer

   • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

   • 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

4. Creamy Dressing Layer

   • 1 cup mayonnaise

   • ¼ cup sour cream

   • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

   • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

   • Salt & pepper to taste

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🥣 Instructions

1. Prep all ingredients: Chop vegetables, cook and crumble bacon, and thaw peas.

2. Make the dressing:
   In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, sour cream, vinegar, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.

3. Assemble the layers (bottom to top):

   • Layer 1: Lettuce

   • Layer 2: Tomatoes

   • Layer 3: Cucumbers

   • Layer 4: Peas

   • Layer 5: Red onion

   • Layer 6: Cheddar cheese

   • Layer 7: Crumbled bacon

   • Spread the dressing over the top evenly like frosting (seal in freshness).

4. Chill (optional): Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour for best flavor melding — but you can also serve it right away.

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✅ Tips

• For a healthier twist: Use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream or mayo.

• Want extra crunch? Add chopped bell peppers or water chestnuts.

• Assemble in a clear glass bowl to show off the pretty layers!

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Let me know if you want a keto, vegetarian, or dairy-free version too!