Ingredients for 11 Layer Salad
- 1 large head lettuce, chopped (16 cups)
- 1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 2 cups frozen peas
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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How to Make 11 Layer Salad
- Cook 1/2 pound bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons sugar until smooth.
- Set the mayonnaise mixture aside.
- Chop 1 medium onion, 1 bell pepper (any color), 2 cups cauliflower florets, 2 cups broccoli florets, and 1 cup sliced mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large 9x13 inch baking dish, begin layering:
- Layer 1: Spread half of a large head of lettuce (roughly 8 cups chopped) evenly across the bottom.
- Layer 2: Spread half of the mayonnaise mixture over the lettuce.
- Layer 3: Evenly distribute half of the chopped onions, peppers, cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and 1 cup frozen peas.
- Repeat Layers 1-3.
- Layer 4: Top with 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning over the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
64 g
Sugar
136g
Fat
86g
Carbs
21g
