7 Layer Spring Salad
This beautiful 7 Layer Spring Salad is the perfect make-ahead Easter side dish. Crisp lettuce, fresh spinach, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, sweet peas, and a creamy homemade dressing are layered into a stunning spring salad that feeds a crowd and doubles as a centerpiece for brunch or holiday gatherings
Servings 30
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 hard-boiled eggs chopped
- 1 pound bacon cooked and crumbled
- 3 tomatoes diced
- 4 green onions sliced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 10-ounce bag frozen peas, slightly thawed
For the Dressing:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Layer chopped iceberg lettuce evenly in the bottom of a large clear glass bowl.
- Add baby spinach over the lettuce and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Layer chopped eggs, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and peas in even layers.
- Stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, and sugar until smooth.
- Spread dressing evenly over the top layer, sealing it all the way to the edges of the bowl.
- Sprinkle with fresh dill.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Toss gently before serving so every portion includes all layers.
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Notes
Thoroughly dry lettuce and spinach before assembling to prevent excess moisture.
Slightly thaw peas before adding so they do not release excess water while chilling.
Spreading the dressing fully to the edges helps seal the salad and maintain freshness.
This salad can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance.
For added flavor, mix a pinch of garlic powder or a small amount of Dijon mustard into the dressing.
Freshly shredded cheese melts slightly into the layers and provides better texture than pre-shredded cheese.
If transporting, keep the salad chilled and toss just before serving.
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Peas can be substituted with diced cucumbers or finely chopped broccoli if preferred.
A clear trifle bowl works best to showcase the layers, but any large serving bowl will work.