Layered Salad for a Crowd is a vibrant, delicious, and visually appealing dish that’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family gatherings. With layers of fresh vegetables, crispy bacon, cheese, and a creamy dressing, this salad provides a variety of textures and flavors in every bite. It’s made in a large trifle bowl or deep dish to showcase the colorful layers, making it as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Best of all, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Ingredients:
- 1 head romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
For the dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Assemble the salad: In a large trifle bowl or deep dish, start layering the salad ingredients. Begin with a layer of lettuce, followed by cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red bell pepper, shredded carrots, and peas. Sprinkle red onion slices on top, then add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add the dressing: Spread the prepared dressing evenly over the top of the salad, covering the entire surface.
- Finish with toppings: Garnish the salad with crumbled bacon and sliced hard-boiled eggs on top of the dressing layer.
- Chill and serve: Cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
This Layered Salad for a Crowd is a fresh, flavorful, and colorful dish that will be the star of any gathering!
