Description
Seven-Layer Salad is a vibrant and flavorful layered dish made with fresh veggies, cheese, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or a family dinner! The layers create a beautiful presentation, while the mix of textures and flavors ensures it’s always a crowd-pleaser. Quick to assemble, this classic salad is a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked Turkey, crumbled
- 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Layer the Salad: In a large, clear bowl, layer the ingredients in the following order: chopped lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, thinly sliced red onion, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled Turkey.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Top the Salad: Spread the dressing evenly over the top of the layered salad.
- Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- For a healthier option, swap out mayonnaise for Greek yogurt in the dressing.
- Feel free to add other layers like hard-boiled eggs or avocado for extra flavor.
- Make sure to chill the salad for an hour to enhance the flavors.
- This salad is perfect for prepping ahead and can be stored for up to 24 hours in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Seven-Layer Salad, Layered Salad, Potluck Salad, Salad with Turkey, BBQ Salad, Party Salad