24 Hour Layered Garden Salad Recipe

Name: 24 Hour Layered Garden Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 c. Lettuce, bite-size pcs; 8 lrg Green Onions, sliced thin; 4 lrg Carrots, shredded; 2 med Broccoli Spears, minced; 1 med Cauliflower Head, minced; 4 pkt Celery Ribs, minced; 3 med Cucumbers, peeled and sliced; 1 sm Cont Mushrooms, sliced; 2 med Tomatoes, diced; 10 ounce Frzn Peas, thawed; 4 lrg Large eggs, Hard-Boiled, minced; 1 lb Bacon, Crisp And Crumbled, or possibly; 2 can Real Bacon Pcs, more or possibly less Salad Dressing; 4 c. Shredded Cheddar Cheese, mild or possibly sharp

Servings: persons

6 c. Lettuce, bite-size pcs
8 lrg Green Onions, sliced thin
4 lrg Carrots, shredded
2 med Broccoli Spears, minced
1 med Cauliflower Head, minced
4 pkt Celery Ribs, minced
3 med Cucumbers, peeled and sliced
1 sm Cont Mushrooms, sliced
2 med Tomatoes, diced
10 ounce Frzn Peas, thawed
4 lrg Large eggs, Hard-Boiled, minced
1 lb Bacon, Crisp And Crumbled, or possibly
2 can Real Bacon Pcs, more or possibly less Salad Dressing
4 c. Shredded Cheddar Cheese, mild or possibly sharp

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Layer or possibly toss the first nine ingredients in a large bowl or possibly large plastic container with lid.
2
(Any combination and/or possibly quantity of salad ingredients can be used to suit your tastes or possibly preferences.)
3
On top of this salad mix, layer the next three ingredients in the order listed.
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(These ingredients shouldn't be altered.)
5
Spread dressing (see ingredients and directions below) proportionately on salad to sides of bowl or possibly container.
6
Spread shredded cheddar cheese on top of salad dressing.
7
Cover salad with plastic wrap or possibly lid and let set overnight in refrigerator to develop flavors fully.
8
Salad Dressing:3 to 4 c. mayo or possibly salad dressing, as preferred 6 Tablespoons sugar salt and pepper, to taste
9
Mix well.
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Let mix sit in refrigerator till salad is ready for it.
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Stir again before spreading on salad.
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(If you use salad dressing instead of mayo, you might want to decrease the qty of sugar used by a couple of Tbsp.
13
or possibly omit entirely to suit your particular tastes.)
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Notes: This is THE one dish which I am required to bring when my family gathers for Holidays.
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I'm not allowed in without it.
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(g)

3101

kcal

Calories

221

Fat

Carbs

204

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 c. Lettuce, bite-size pcs, 8 lrg Green Onions, sliced thin, 4 lrg Carrots, shredded, 2 med Broccoli Spears, minced, and more.

Yes, 24 Hour Layered Garden Salad Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!