Seven Layer Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Seven Layer Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked); 1 quart boiling water; 1 teaspoon salt; 12 head lettuce, cut into bite size pieces; 2 cups red cabbage, shredded; 1 onion, medium red, sliced thin; 1 cup celery, sliced; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 10 ounces peas, frozen and thawed; 1 cup salad dressing (I used mayonnaise); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 quart boiling water
1 teaspoon salt
12 head lettuce, cut into bite size pieces
2 cups red cabbage, shredded
1 onion, medium red, sliced thin
1 cup celery, sliced
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
10 ounces peas, frozen and thawed
1 cup salad dressing (I used mayonnaise)
salt and pepper

1
Cook the macaroni in the boiling water with the 1 teaspoon salt and the olive oil.
2
When cooked, drain and rinse with cold water.
3
Make a bed of lettuce in the bottom of a large bowl.
4
Layer the macaroni on top of the lettuce.
5
Continue with cabbage, onion, celery, cheese, bacon, peas, using each to form one layer.
6
Spread the salad dressing over all but do not toss.
7
Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
8
Just before serving, toss and season with salt and pepper.
9
Garnish with the egg slices and paprika.
10
If you like a little bit of a sweet taste, add about 1/2 teaspoon sugar to the salad dressing.

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup elbow macaroni (uncooked), 1 quart boiling water, 1 teaspoon salt, 12 head lettuce, cut into bite size pieces, and more.

Yes, Seven Layer Macaroni Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Seven Layer Macaroni Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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