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Southern 7 Layer Salad

A colorful and refreshing salad featuring layers of fresh vegetables and a creamy dressing, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 head of iceberg lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas thawed
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 3 green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl or trifle dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Spoon for layering

Method
 

  1. Start by washing and chopping all your vegetables.
  2. In your salad bowl or trifle dish, layer the chopped lettuce as the first ingredient.
  3. Gently place the halved cherry tomatoes over the lettuce.
  4. Follow with the diced cucumbers, distributing them evenly.
  5. Add the diced green bell pepper on top of the cucumbers.
  6. Sprinkle the thawed peas over the bell pepper layer.
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Spread the dressing evenly over the peas.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions on top.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.