Hour Vegetable Salad

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A creamy, layered salad with crisp lettuce, bacon, and Swiss cheese chilled to perfection.
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Hour Vegetable Salad

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 54.0

Description

This classic layered salad is a potluck favorite that combines crisp lettuce with savory bacon, creamy Swiss cheese, and hard-boiled eggs. The mayonnaise dressing seals in the flavors while chilling for 24 hours allows the ingredients to meld beautifully. It offers a satisfying crunch and rich, savory taste in every bite. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or as a hearty side dish for dinner, this recipe brings a touch of comfort food elegance to any table. Despite its impressive presentation, it is surprisingly easy to assemble, making it a reliable choice for entertaining or meal prep.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Hard boil 6 eggs, then peel, slice, and set aside.
  2. Cook bacon until crisp, then drain and crumble into small pieces.
  3. Shred 1 cup of natural Swiss cheese.
  4. Slice green onions thinly, including the tops.
  5. Place 2 cups of chopped lettuce in the bottom of a large glass bowl.
  6. Sprinkle the lettuce lightly with salt, pepper, and sugar.
  7. Layer the sliced hard-boiled eggs evenly over the lettuce.
  8. Sprinkle the eggs with a little more salt.
  9. Add a layer of thawed frozen peas (10 oz package).
  10. Spread the remaining 4 cups of chopped lettuce over the peas.
  11. Crumble the cooked bacon evenly over the lettuce layer.
  12. Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese over the bacon.
  13. Spread 1/4 cup of mayonnaise over the top, ensuring it reaches the edges of the bowl to seal the layers.
  14. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  15. Before serving, garnish with sliced green onions and a dusting of paprika.
  16. Toss gently to mix the layers before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 54.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 18.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 10.4g4%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g19%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 5.0g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: layered, salad, bacon, swiss, cheese, lettuce, mayonnaise, eggs, potluck, chilled, side, dish, picnic, easy, classic, vegetable
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