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7 Layer Lettuce Salad Recipe

This crowd-pleasing 7-Layer Salad is incredibly easy to make and always a hit! Crisp lettuce, crunchy veggies, creamy Miracle Whip, and savory bacon (or Bacos!) combine for a delicious and refreshing side dish, perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a weeknight dinner. Make it ahead of time for even easier entertaining!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 156.3 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 7 Layer Lettuce Salad

  • 5 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
  • 1 cup Miracle Whip
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

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How to Make 7 Layer Lettuce Salad

  1. In a large glass rectangle dish, layer the following ingredients in this order:
  2. Layer 1: 5 cups shredded lettuce
  3. Layer 2: 1 cup chopped celery
  4. Layer 3: 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
  5. Layer 4: 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  6. Layer 5: 1 cup frozen peas (thawed)
  7. Layer 6: 1 cup Miracle Whip
  8. Layer 7: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (or 1/2 jar Bacos)
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  10. Toss gently before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

20g

Carbs

3g

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