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7 Layer Salad

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7 Layer Salad is a visually stunning dish made with layers of fresh vegetables, creamy dressing, cheese, creating a colorful and flavorful salad that’s perfect for any gathering. It can be customized to your taste and made ahead of time for convenience.

Ingredients

  1. 6 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped (or your preferred salad greens)
  2. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  3. 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  4. 1 cup cucumber, diced
  5. 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
  6. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  7. For the dressing:
  8. 1 cup mayonnaise
  9. 1/4 cup sour cream
  10. 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  11. 1 tablespoon sugar
  12. Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.

  1. Layer the Salad: In a clear dish, layer the ingredients starting with the chopped lettuce at the bottom. Follow with the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, thawed peas, shredded cheddar cheese, and .
  2. Add the Dressing: Spread the dressing evenly over the top layer (). Smooth it out to cover the salad completely.
  3. Refrigerate: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours (or overnight for best results).
  4. Serve: Before serving, gently toss the salad to mix the layers or serve as is with each layer visible. Add extra dressing on the side if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the and use crumbled tofu or a plant-based protein.
  • For a vegan option, swap the mayonnaise and sour cream with plant-based alternatives and use vegan cheese.
  • Add avocado for a creamy touch or make it spicy with   hot sauce.

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