Twenty-Four Hour Salad
A vibrant, layered salad that harmonizes crisp textures and savory flavors. Fresh greens mingle with crunchy vegetables, sweet peas, sharp Cheddar, and smoky bacon for a delightful culinary experience that's perfect for potlucks or make-ahead meals.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
12 g
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Cholesterol
70 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
17 g
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Saturated Fat
16 g
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Sodium
1015 mg
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Sugar
8 g
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Fat
59 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
In a large, clear glass bowl (or trifle dish), create the first layer with shredded iceberg lettuce. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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5 mins
Evenly distribute the chopped celery, green bell pepper, and onion over the lettuce. (5 minutes)
03 Step
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2 mins
Scatter the thawed and drained green peas across the vegetable layer. (2 minutes)
04 Step
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5 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and sugar until smooth. Gently spread this mixture evenly over the peas, being careful not to disturb the layers underneath. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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2 mins
Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese generously over the mayonnaise layer. (2 minutes)
06 Step
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1 mins
Finish with a final flourish of crispy bacon bits, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the top. (1 minute)
07 Step
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24 hrs
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. (24 hours)
For an even more flavorful salad, consider using freshly cooked and crumbled bacon instead of bacon bits.
Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite ingredients! Diced carrots, hard-boiled eggs, sliced mushrooms, sprouts, or seeded and diced cucumbers would all be delicious additions.
For a lighter dressing, try using a combination of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt.
Ensure the peas are thoroughly drained to prevent a watery salad.
If you don't have time to refrigerate for a full 24 hours, even a minimum of 4-6 hours will allow the flavors to develop nicely.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.7/ 5 ( 106 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Roel Romaguera
May 24, 2025I love that you can make it ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.
Edd Wisoky
Mar 17, 2024I found that using a sweeter onion, like Vidalia, made the salad even better.
Dasia Schneider
Nov 30, 2023I added some diced ham to mine, and it was amazing!
Timothy Erdman
Jul 24, 2023Be careful not to overdress it with the mayonnaise mixture. A thin layer is all you need.
Lillian Corwin
May 11, 2023This salad is always a hit at potlucks! The layers make it look so impressive.