24 Hour Green Vegetable Salad Recipe

Transform humble greens into a vibrant, creamy masterpiece! This make-ahead salad, inspired by "Any Blonde Can Cook," develops incredible flavor over 24 hours. Layers of crisp lettuce, sweet peas, salty bacon, and creamy eggs are brought together with a tangy mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a stunning weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1450 mins
Calories 930.9 kcal
Protein 75g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
24 Hour Green Vegetable Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for 24 Hour Green Vegetable Salad

  • 5 cups crisp lettuce (e.g., romaine, butter lettuce), chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Hard Boiled Eggs
  • Frozen Green Peas
  • 4 ounces cooked bacon, crumbled
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • Green Onion

How to Make 24 Hour Green Vegetable Salad

  1. Wash and chop 3 cups of crisp lettuce (e.g., romaine, butter lettuce). Place in a large glass bowl.
  2. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper over the lettuce.
  3. Gently layer 6 hard-boiled eggs, sliced, over the lettuce.
  4. Layer 1 cup frozen peas (thawed), 2 cups additional chopped lettuce, 4 ounces cooked bacon, crumbled, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the eggs.
  5. Spread 1/2 cup mayonnaise evenly over all layers.
  6. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped green onions.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

62 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

154g

Carbs

6g