Seven-Layer Salad From Eatingwell Recipe

Name: Seven-Layer Salad From Eatingwell
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes , or quartered cherry tomatoes; 1 cup sliced celery; 1/2 cup sliced scallions; 3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt; 3/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1-2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil; 3 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

Servings: persons

8 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cup halved grape tomatoes , or quartered cherry tomatoes
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup sliced scallions
3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
3/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
3 strips cooked bacon, crumbled

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Preparation
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1.Place lettuce in a large bowl. Layer peas, bell pepper, tomatoes, celery and scallions on top.
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2.Whisk yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar to taste, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread the dressing evenly over the top of the salad (an offset spatula is handy for this, if you have one). Sprinkle with cheese, basil and bacon. Serve room temperature or chilled.
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Nutrition
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Per serving : 84 Calories; 4 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 7 mg Cholesterol; 10 g Carbohydrates; 5 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 355 mg Sodium; 234 mg Potassium
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1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
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Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 lean meat, 1/2 fat
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Tips & Notes
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Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Sprinkle with basil just before serving.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups shredded romaine lettuce, 1 cup frozen peas, thawed, 1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced, 1 cup halved grape tomatoes , or quartered cherry tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Seven-Layer Salad From Eatingwell 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.

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Seven-Layer Salad From Eatingwell

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Variations & substitutions

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