Paula Deen 7 Layer Salad Recipe
This Paula Deen 7 Layer Salad Recipe is fresh, creamy and full of flavor. It is a classic layered salad perfect for parties and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 cups lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cooked peas
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon crumbled
- ½ cup red onion finely chopped
For the dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare vegetables
- Wash and chop lettuce, celery, bell peppers and onion into small pieces.
Start layering
- Add lettuce as the first layer in a large glass bowl.
Add peas
- Spread cooked peas evenly over the lettuce layer.
Add vegetables
- Layer celery, bell peppers and onion one by one.
Add cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the vegetables.
Prepare dressing
- Mix mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper until smooth.
Add dressing layer
- Spread dressing evenly on top without mixing layers.
Add bacon
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the dressing.
Chill the salad
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Serve fresh
- Serve chilled and mix slightly before eating.
Notes
- Use fresh and crisp vegetables
- Do not mix layers before serving
- Add boiled eggs for extra protein
- Use Greek yogurt for lighter dressing
- Add sweet corn for sweetness
- Use glass bowl for presentation
- Chill for best flavor