LAYERED CHRISTMAS SALAD

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A delicious recipe that is taylor-made for the holidays by choosing colorful ingredients and creating Christmas color patterns.

Provided by tandtbledsoe

Categories     Greens

Time 12h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) bag mixed greens
2 (5 ounce) cans sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 red pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 cucumbers, peeled, sliced
2 small tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
3 cups mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) package salad dressing mix
bacon bits
4 hard-boiled eggs, quartered
2 tomatoes, cut into eight wedges

Steps:

  • Layer all of the salad ingredients in a clear glass bowl in the order above, beginning with the greens and ending with the frozen peas.
  • Mix the dressing mix into the mayonnaise to taste (about 1/2 to 3/4 of the package). Spread the mixture over the salad so that it is completely covered. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • Just before serving, garnish the top by alternating egg and tomato slices on the top. Sprinkle bacon bits over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.5, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 85.9, Sodium 470, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 8.2, Protein 4.9

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