Southwest Seven-Layer Salad Recipe

Name: Southwest Seven-Layer Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bag Chopped Romaine Lettuce (10 Ounce Bag); 1 bag Spinach Leaves (10 Ounce Bag); 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper; 8 whole Hard Boiled Eggs (cooled And Peeled); 2 packages Bacon, 16 Ounce Packages, Cooked Crisp And Chopped Into Small Pieces; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn Kernels , Drained And Rinsed; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained; 1 whole Red Pepper, Seeded And Chopped; 1 whole Lime, Juiced; 2 whole Tomatoes, Chopped; 1 bunch Green Onions, Chopped; 2 blocks Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 8 Ounce Blocks, Shredded; 1 package Taco Seasoning, 1.25 Ounces; 1 cup Sour Cream; 1 cup Mayonnaise

Servings: persons

1 bag Chopped Romaine Lettuce (10 Ounce Bag)
1 bag Spinach Leaves (10 Ounce Bag)
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
8 whole Hard Boiled Eggs (cooled And Peeled)
2 packages Bacon, 16 Ounce Packages, Cooked Crisp And Chopped Into Small Pieces
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn Kernels , Drained And Rinsed
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained
1 whole Red Pepper, Seeded And Chopped
1 whole Lime, Juiced
2 whole Tomatoes, Chopped
1 bunch Green Onions, Chopped
2 blocks Sharp Cheddar Cheese, 8 Ounce Blocks, Shredded
1 package Taco Seasoning, 1.25 Ounces
1 cup Sour Cream
1 cup Mayonnaise

1
In a clear large bowl (an 8x8 deep dish is what I used), add the lettuce and then top it with the spinach. Add the salt and pepper.
2
Chop eggs any way you would like. Layer eggs on top of greens then add the bacon.
3
Add corn and black beans into a bowl with the chopped red pepper and lime juice. Mix to combine. Add this mixture on top of bacon. Then add tomatoes and green onions. Lastly add the shredded cheese and spread it over the top.
4
For the dressing: In a bowl mix together sour cream and mayonnaise and taco seasoning.
5
Spread this evenly over top of the salad. Cover bowl with a sheet of plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
6
Enjoy!

1814

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1 bag Chopped Romaine Lettuce (10 Ounce Bag), 1 bag Spinach Leaves (10 Ounce Bag), 1 teaspoon Salt, 1 teaspoon Pepper, and more.

Yes, Southwest Seven-Layer Salad 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!

Southwest Seven-Layer Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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