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Overnight Layered Salad Recipe

Overnight Layered Salad Recipe: A Vibrant Make-Ahead Delight

This Overnight Layered Salad Recipe is a beautiful, customizable dish perfect for gatherings, bursting with colorful vegetables and creamy layers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 head Leaf Lettuce Torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Keep frozen until use
  • 1 can Water Chestnuts Drained and sliced
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts Roughly chopped
For the Creamy Layers
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be omitted for lighter option
For the Savory Touch
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Drained and sliced

Equipment

  • 13x9 clear glass dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Layer the base of your salad with torn leaf lettuce at the bottom.
  2. Add thinly sliced red onion, followed by a layer of frozen peas.
  3. Drain and add water chestnuts for crunch, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  4. Add chopped artichoke hearts evenly over the cheese.
  5. Gently layer drained black olives and crumbled bacon on top.
  6. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream to create the dressing, then spread it over the salad layers.
  7. Top with remaining cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  8. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with additional ingredients like grilled chicken or different cheeses. Serve in a clear dish to highlight layers.

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